Senior Staff Software Applications Engineer

Qualcomm; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Software Engineer to push the boundaries of technology. In this role, you will design and develop innovative embedded and cloud edge software that drives next-generation experiences. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will ensure that products meet and exceed customer needs while utilizing advanced debugging tools to solve complex issues. This position offers the opportunity to work independently and lead projects that significantly impact organizational success. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of Software Engineering experience with a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields.
• Hands-on experience with Linux and embedded system design.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded and cloud edge software for next-gen products.
• Lead coding and testing efforts to ensure project specifications are met.

Skills

Networking (Wireless LAN)

Linux

Embedded System Design

Programming Languages (C, C++, Java, Python)

Wireless Debugging Tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science

Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science

PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science

Tools

Git

Perforce

Database Management Software

API

Job description

Company:

Qualcomm Atheros, Inc.

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary:

As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm Software Engineer, you will design, develop, create, modify, and validate embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and/or specialized utility programs that launch cutting-edge, world class products that meet and exceed customer needs. Qualcomm Software Engineers collaborate with systems, hardware, architecture, test engineers, and other teams to design system-level software solutions and obtain information on performance requirements and interfaces.

Must have skill/experience:

1. Good understanding on networking, especially wireless LAN, technologies.
2. Hands-on experience on Linux and embedded system design, implementation and testing.
3. Use advanced wireless debugging and analyzing tools to solve the complicated wireless system issues.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
2. OR Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 5+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
3. OR PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
4. 3+ years of work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Master's Degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science or related field.
2. 12+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
3. 3+ years of experience with Database Management Software.
4. 3+ years of experience with API.
5. 2+ years in a technical leadership role with or without direct reports.
6. 1+ year of work experience with Git, Perforce, or Source Code Management System.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Leverages advanced Software knowledge and experience to design, develop, create, modify, and validate critical embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and/or specialized utility programs.
2. Analyzes user needs, software requirements, and time and cost constraints to design and customize sophisticated software for optimal operational efficiency.
3. Designs and implements software sub-systems for complex, large-scale products and systems.
4. Leads design, coding, and testing efforts to ensure that projects are completed to specifications and schedules.
5. Performs highly complex code reviews and regression tests as well as triages and fixes issues to ensure the quality of code.
6. Collaborates with individuals outside the software function (e.g., Hardware, Systems, and Test engineers) to increase leverage and design solutions that work with other components of a specific project.
7. Writes detailed technical documentation for highly complex Software projects; reviews technical documentation for junior engineers.

Level of Responsibility:

1. Works independently with minimal supervision.
2. Provides supervision/guidance to other team members.
3. Decision-making is critical in nature and highly impacts program, product, or project success.
4. Requires verbal and written communication skills to convey complex information. May require negotiation, influence, tact, etc.
5. Has a moderate amount of influence over key organizational decisions (e.g., is consulted by senior leadership to make key decisions).
6. Tasks often require multiple steps which can be performed in various orders; extensive planning, problem-solving, and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively.

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer.