Qualcomm

Embedded Software Engineer (QGOV Division) - (Top Secret Clearance Highly Desired)

Qualcomm$146K — $244K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field with 6+ years of experience, or a Master's with 5+ years, or a PhD with 4+ years of experience.
  • 3+ years experience in programming languages such as C, C++, Java, or Python.
  • Strong background in embedded software development and cellular technologies.
  • Eligibility for Top-Secret security clearance, which requires U.S. Citizenship.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and optimize embedded software for 4-5G modem systems.
  • Collaborate across teams to integrate features into secure government platforms.
  • Analyze and debug complex issues across the modem stack including L1, L2, RRC, and MAC layers.
  • Contribute to architecture decisions and system-level design.
  • Support system bring-up, integration, and validation in various environments.

Benefits

  • Competitive annual discretionary bonus program.
  • Annual RSU grants for eligible employees.
  • Comprehensive benefits package to support work-life balance.
  • Commitment to accessibility and accommodations for employees with disabilities.
Full Job Description
Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary:

Job Overview:

Embedded Software Engineer (QGOV Division) - (Top Secret Clearance Highly Desired)

Location: San Diego, CA or Boulder, CO

Applicants must be eligible to obtain a Top-Secret security clearance which requires US Citizenship.

Position Summary

We are seeking versatile Embedded Software Engineers to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in embedded software development and cellular technologies. A comprehensive understanding of 4-5G modem stack layers, including L1, L2, RRC, and MAC is a plus.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and optimize embedded software for 4-5G modem systems.
  • Collaborate across teams to integrate modem features into secure government platforms.
  • Analyze and debug complex issues across the modem stack (L1/L2/RRC/MAC).
  • Contribute to architecture decisions and system-level design.
  • Support system bring-up, integration, and validation in lab and field environments.


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

Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior experience working with government or defense-related wireless systems.
  • Knowledge of 3GPP specifications and modem architecture.
  • Experience with DSP programming and hardware/software co-design.
  • 7+ years of experience in embedded systems and wireless modem development.
  • Strong hands-on experience with 5G modem stack layers
  • Proficiency in C/C++ and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
  • Experience with debugging tools, JTAG, and protocol analyzers.
  • Familiarity with secure software development practices and government standards is a plus.
  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must be eligible to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.


Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$146,400.00 - $244,000.00

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. 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 link.

If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.

About Qualcomm

Qualcomm Ventures is the investment arm of Qualcomm Incorporated. Founded in 2000, Qualcomm Ventures is a corporate venture capital fund with over 150 active portfolio companies and more than 20 exits over a billion dollars, including 99 Taxis, Cruise Automation, Fitbit, Invensense, NQ Mobile, Waze, and more. As a global investor, Qualcomm Ventures helps connect entrepreneurs to the resources, relationships, and deep industry expertise they need to succeed in the mobile technology ecosystem.

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