Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Automotive Platform

3e Sens; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 255,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to design, develop, and validate embedded and cloud edge software for automotive reference platforms. You will work with hardware, silicon, and systems teams to bring up boards, implement drivers, and build validation firmware.

The role emphasizes low‑level software depth, debugging proficiency, and collaboration across global teams. A strong background in ARM/RISC‑V, SPI/PCIe, and Perforce is valued.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years in software engineering or related work experience.
• Master’s degree 5+ years or PhD 4+ years are also acceptable.
• 3+ years with languages such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain bare‑metal firmware and low‑level device drivers for bring‑up and validation.
• Collaborate with hardware, silicon, and systems teams to resolve issues across boundaries.
• Create test firmware for platform validation and manufacturing test.
• Mentor junior engineers and participate in cross‑site reviews.

Skills

Programming languages

C

C++

Java

Python

Software engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/IS/CS

Master's degree in Engineering/IS/CS

PhD in Engineering/IS/CS

Tools

Perforce

Lauterbach Trace32

JTAG debuggers

Job description

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to design, develop, and validate embedded and cloud edge software for automotive reference platforms. You will work with hardware, silicon, and systems teams to bring up boards, implement drivers, and build validation firmware.

The role emphasizes low‑level software depth, debugging proficiency, and collaboration across global teams. A strong background in ARM/RISC‑V, SPI/PCIe, and Perforce is valued.