Staff Wireless Systems Performance Engineer

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. in San Diego is seeking an Electrical Engineering professional to lead the design, standardization, and validation of advanced test methodologies for cellular modems.

You will work across lab and live networks, apply 3GPP LTE and 5G NR specs, develop automated test and post-processing tools, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring high quality, robust modem performance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• Strong knowledge of 3GPP WWAN specifications (LTE and 5G NR).
• Experience designing, developing and validating automated test frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and validation of automated test methodologies for cellular modems.
• Perform end-to-end performance/functional analysis using lab and live network data.
• Collaborate with modem systems, software, hardware and firmware teams to certify and commercialize high-quality modems.
• Develop and maintain automated test and post-processing tools to improve efficiency and coverage.

Skills

Test automation

Lab data analysis

LTE/5G NR knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Automated testing frameworks

Python scripting

Job description

Company:

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Cellular System Test Engineering

General Summary:

This individual leads, plans, synthesizes ambiguous or conflicting requirements and performs the complex responsibility of the designing, standardizing, implementing, validating and executing complex test methodologies for commercializing the Cellular (or Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN)) modem as a product or component within a product. Has expertise in the 3GPP WWAN specifications (most notably with LTE and 5GNR), performs end-to-end performance/functional analysis of advanced multi-RAT (Radio Access Technology) cellular modems and optimizes system performance based on analysis of data from lab and/or live networks. Works closely with the other functional groups including modem systems, modem software, modem hardware and modem firmware to characterize, certify and commercialize a cost effective, high capability, high performance modem that meets industry leading quality metrics and customer requirements. The role includes designing, developing, and maintaining automated test and analysis frameworks to process device logs and generate actionable performance insights, as well as debugging and enhancing existing test automation and post processing tools to improve efficiency, coverage, and accuracy. Hands on work with both commercial and in house test equipment is required to validate modem performance across a wide range of operating scenarios. In addition, the engineer contributes to defining system requirements and operating parameters to ensure hardware–software compatibility, standards compliance, and robust product behavior. The role also includes participation in project discussions and performance evaluations, and may involve providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers as needed. Acts as a strong contributor at design reviews and project meetings and communicates and implements a development plan.

Education & Qualifications:

Will accept a Master's Degree (or foreign academic equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related degree field.

Pay Range:

$130,600.00 - $195,800.00/year

Applicants:

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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.

Additional Company Notes

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