Senior Modem Power Optimization Engineer – 5G/6G & AI

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Modem Software Engineer in San Diego, CA, to design, verify, and commercialize wireless core network and data connectivity software for our modem. You will work across UE and network perspectives on power, performance, and integration.

The role requires collaboration with cross‑functional teams and a focus on power optimization, AI/ML techniques, and emerging 6G technologies to drive product success and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field with 2+ years of software/embedded experience.
• Master's degree in related field with 1+ year of software/embedded experience.
• PhD in related field.

Responsibilities

• Work on 5G NR, LTE, and emerging 6G standards, focusing on modem stack software, firmware, and hardware features.
• Integrate and test system‑level features across modem capabilities and design test content.
• Analyze and debug power optimization features, balancing power and performance.
• Collaborate with Software Development, System Design, Chipset Architecture, and Customer Support teams to deliver QCT products.
• Apply AI/ML techniques to improve power analysis and optimization, using LLMs in wireless system design.
• Stay current with advancements in 6G and AI/ML technologies and incorporate them into modem power solutions.

Skills

Python

RTOS familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering

PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering

Tools

Keysight

R&S

Anritsu

Job description

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Modem Software Engineer in San Diego, CA, to design, verify, and commercialize wireless core network and data connectivity software for our modem. You will work across UE and network perspectives on power, performance, and integration.

The role requires collaboration with cross‑functional teams and a focus on power optimization, AI/ML techniques, and emerging 6G technologies to drive product success and customer satisfaction.