Senior Engineer

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm's Location Technology team is seeking an Engineer or Senior Engineer to validate and commercialize next-generation positioning solutions across Mobile, Automotive, Wearables, XR, and IoT platforms. You will focus on system-level validation of GNSS, Assisted GNSS, Advanced Positioning, sensor fusion, cellular, and Wi‑Fi positioning technologies.

You will develop automated test tools, analyze logs, and collaborate with multiple teams to drive deployment readiness and continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field with 2+ years of experience OR
• Master's degree in Engineering or related field with 1+ year of experience OR
• PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, CS, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute system-level test plans for GNSS and Advanced Positioning features.
• Analyze logs, traces, and field data to identify root causes and drive issue resolution.
• Evaluate multi-sensor location solutions combining GNSS, cellular, Wi‑Fi, and inertial sensors.
• Develop automation tools, data-analysis pipelines, and scalable validation frameworks to improve test coverage and engineering efficiency.
• Leverage AI-assisted workflows for test execution, log post-processing, KPI review, issue triage, and report generation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support feature development, qualification, commercialization readiness, and customer deployments.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, test quality, and time-to-market.

Skills

GNSS positioning

Python

Automation frameworks

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Master's degree in Engineering or related field

PhD in Engineering or related field

Tools

AI/ML tools

Job description

General Summary

Qualcomm's Location Technology team is seeking an Engineer or Senior Engineer to validate and commercialize next-generation positioning solutions across Mobile, Automotive, Wearables, XR, and IoT platforms. This role focuses on system-level validation of GNSS, Assisted GNSS, Advanced Positioning, sensor fusion, cellular, and Wi‑Fi positioning technologies that deliver industry-leading location experiences.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Systems Test Engineering or related work experience.
• OR
• Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Systems Test Engineering or related work experience.
• OR
• PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute system-level test plans for GNSS and Advanced Positioning features.
• Analyze logs, traces, and field data to identify root causes and drive issue resolution.
• Evaluate multi-sensor location solutions combining GNSS, cellular, Wi‑Fi, and inertial sensors.
• Develop automation tools, data‑analysis pipelines, and scalable validation frameworks to improve test coverage and engineering efficiency.
• Leverage AI‑assisted workflows for test execution, log post‑processing, KPI review, issue triage, and report generation.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support feature development, qualification, commercialization readiness, and customer deployments.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, test quality, and time‑to‑market.

Preferred Qualifications

• GNSS, Assisted GNSS, Advanced Positioning, or wireless systems experience.
• Experience with Python, automation frameworks, data analytics, AI/ML tools, or agentic workflows.
• Strong debugging, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of RTK, sensor fusion, LTE/5G, and Wi‑Fi positioning.
• Experience with Android‑based systems and wireless test environments.

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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits

$112,200.00 - $168,400.00

We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales‑incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.

EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.

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