CSE Sensors - Staff Engineer

Company: Qualcomm
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 24, 2025

Job Description:

Company:Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.Job Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software EngineeringGeneral 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 edge software, applications, and/or specialized 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.The Sensors Team at Qualcomm develops leading edge, low power, embedded software solutions to enable key mobile applications such as multimedia, navigation, compute, IoT, wearables, virtual reality, augmented reality, gaming, health, and smart user interface. We are responsible for industry leading "Always ON" software platform enabling fusion of various technologies such as Sensors, Audio, Location, Camera, Bluetooth, WiFi for user and device context determination and personalization. QUALCOMM, in continuing our long tradition of technology leadership and innovation, is looking for ambitious, bright, and innovative embedded software engineers who are interested in bringing the exciting sensors technology to the mobile device market.You will be responsible for the design, development, integration, and commercialization of real time embedded Sensors software within a very dynamic group setting. You will also work with a cross-functional team of dedicated engineers in the exciting effort of deploying innovative features in various kinds of commercial devices.Minimum Qualifications:

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

• Master's Degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science or related field.
• Embedded software development in C/C++.
• Embedded real time operating systems.
• Experience in Linux/Android/Windows operating system.
• Experience with embedded software debug tools.
• Excellent understanding of software design and development process.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work in a dynamic and fast paced team environment.
• Familiarity with Sensors Technology is a plus.
• Programming experience with Java, Python, etc.
• Understanding of Digital signal processing, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence.Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Applies advanced software knowledge and experience to design, develop, create, modify, and validate embedded and edge software, applications, and/or specialized utility programs.
  • Analyzes complex user needs and software requirements to design and customize software for optimal operational efficiency.
  • Designs and implements complex software modules for products and systems.
  • Undertakes design, coding for large features, unit testing, significant debugging fixes, and integration efforts to ensure projects are completed to specifications and schedules.
  • Performs code reviews and regression tests as well as triages and fixes issues to ensure the quality of code.
  • Leverages technical knowledge with others inside project team to accomplish project objectives and make informed decisions.
  • Writes technical documentation for Software projects.Level of Responsibility:
    • Works under limited supervision and leads others in the team.
    • Manage complex projects while meeting project expectations.
    • Decision-making may affect work beyond immediate team.
    • Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey information to meet somewhat large audiences. May require advanced negotiation, influence, tact, etc.
    • Tasks do not have defined steps; planning, problem-solving, and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively.Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found . Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.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.Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:$134,800.00 - $202,200.00The 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. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer - and you can review more details about our US benefits at this .If you would like more information about this role, please contact .
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