Senior Software Engineer (Platform Test)

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. in California seeks a Software Test Engineer to drive test content development, automation, and validation for Snapdragon SoC platforms.

You will focus on CPU, Kernel, performance, CI/CD pipelines, and Linux distributions with independent ownership of tasks and execution excellence. Ideal candidates have Python and scripting skills, Linux familiarity, and exposure to CI/CD workflows.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Python and Shell/Bash scripting; familiarity with Java or C/C++ is a plus.
• Basic understanding of Linux distributions (Ubuntu, Redhat, CentOS) and OS fundamentals (memory, scheduling, storage, virtualization).
• Exposure to CI/CD workflows, source code management, and test automation tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills with ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Willingness to learn performance benchmarking and optimization techniques.
• Experience with real-world deployment scenarios is desirable; open-source contributions are a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts and integrate them into CI/CD workflows.
• Execute test plans and validate platform components for performance, stability, and compliance.
• Enhance existing test frameworks and contribute to automation improvements.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure testability and resolve issues quickly.
• Automate industry-standard benchmarks and assist in incorporating OEM requirements.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges and deliver solutions with a focus on efficiency.

Skills

Python

Shell scripting

Java or C/C++

Linux basics

CI/CD workflows

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/IS/CS

Master’s degree in Engineering/IS/CS

PhD in Engineering/IS/CS

2+ years programming experience (C/C++/Java/Python)

Tools

CI/CD tools

Source control

Job description

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary

Drive innovation and reliability for Snapdragon SoC-based platforms at scale. As part of the Platform Test team, you will focus on test content development, automation, and validation of critical platform components such as CPU, Kernel, Performance, CI/CD pipelines, and Linux distributions. This role emphasizes execution excellence, problem-solving, and independent ownership of tasks with minimal guidance.

Minimum Requirements

• Proficient in Python and Shell/Bash scripting; familiarity with Java or C/C++ is a plus.
• Basic understanding of Linux distributions (Ubuntu, Redhat, CentOS) and OS fundamentals (memory, scheduling, storage, virtualization).
• Exposure to CI/CD workflows, source code management, and test automation tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills with ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Willingness to learn performance benchmarking and optimization techniques.
• Experience with real-world deployment scenarios is desirable; open-source contributions are a bonus.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts and integrate them into CI/CD workflows.
• Execute test plans and validate platform components for performance, stability, and compliance.
• Enhance existing test frameworks and contribute to automation improvements.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure testability and resolve issues quickly.
• Automate industry-standard benchmarks and assist in incorporating OEM requirements.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges and deliver solutions with a focus on efficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field, and 3+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• Strong programming foundation in Python and scripting languages.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

OR

Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience.

OR

PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

• 2+ years of academic or work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

Pay Range And Other Compensation & Benefits

$117,800.00 - $176,600.00

The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. 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.

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer.

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