Senior Wireless Modem Software Engineer - 5G & Mobile Systems

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm is seeking a Senior Engineer in San Diego to design and optimize wireless and media solutions for 5G, IoT, and mobile platforms. You will architect, implement, and debug high-performance software and/or silicon features, analyze system performance, and drive end-to-end optimization across modem, RF, and application layers.

The role involves collaboration with global teams to translate product requirements into scalable designs, performing simulations, code reviews, and lab validation to

Qualifications

• Experience with wireless systems design and performance optimization.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills in hardware/software stacks.
• Ability to collaborate across functionally diverse global teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize wireless and media solutions for 5G, IoT, and mobile platforms.
• Architect, implement, and debug high-performance software and/or silicon features.
• Analyze system performance and drive end-to-end optimization across modem, RF, and application layers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into scalable designs and validate through simulations and lab tests.

Job description

Qualcomm is seeking a Senior Engineer to design and optimize advanced wireless and media solutions for 5G, IoT, and mobile platforms. In this role, you will architect, implement, and debug high‑performance software and/or silicon features, analyze system performance, and drive end‑to‑end optimization across modem, RF, and application layers. You will collaborate closely with cross‑functional global teams to translate product requirements into scalable designs, conduct simulations, code reviews, and lab validation, and ensure carrier‑grade reliability. This position suits engineers who thrive in an innovative, fast‑paced environment and want to shape next‑generation connectivity.