Qualcomm

Modem Systems Engineer

Qualcomm$127K — $191K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • Master's degree in EE, ECE, CS, Applied Mathematics, Physics or strong foundations in related fields
  • Experience in communication theory, machine learning, and statistical analysis
  • Proficient in programming with C/C++, Python, and/or Matlab
  • Familiar with machine learning tools like TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras
  • 4 years of Systems Engineering or related work experience
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Engage in high-level architecture studies for new technologies
  • Design and develop modem algorithms
  • Apply machine learning to WWAN radio design
  • Contribute to power-efficient design and verification
  • Assist in commercialization of new technologies
  • Collaborate within large matrixed teams
  • Drive innovative solutions in emerging areas such as 6G and IoT.

Benefits

  • Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
  • Annual RSU grants opportunity
  • Comprehensive benefits package supporting personal and professional success
  • Support for work-life balance
  • Access to professional development and learning opportunities.
Full Job Description
Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Modem Technologies

General Summary:

Over the last few decades the Modem Systems group at Qualcomm has been instrumental in driving the mobile communication revolution which has touched every aspect of our modern life. From the early days of CDMA to 4G LTE/LTE-Advanced, 5G NR, and now 6G,, the Qualcomm Modem Systems group has been a key player in moving these technologies from concept to lab to actual mass-scale real-life deployments. You have an opportunity to join the team which drove the smartphone revolution and is now best positioned to expand into new areas such as 6G, IoT, large scale satellite based networking, agentic wireless modems and devices, vehicular communications (V2X), extended reality, virtual reality, etc.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

This position is not limited to candidates with EE/ECE majors as long as they have a flair for problem solving, applied mathematics & statistical skills , suitable programming and coding background and are motivated to learn on the job.

You can work in diverse areas including high level architecture studies, modem algorithm design and development, machine learning and its application to WWAN radio design, power efficient design, verification and commercialization. Get in on the ground floor of these new emerging technologies and help shape the future.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Master's degree in EE, ECE, CS , Applied Mathematics, Physics or other areas incorporating strong probability, machine learning, statistics and linear algebra components.


Preferred Qualifications
• Academic project experience or up to 5 year industry experience in at least one or more of the following areas:

- Communication theory, Applied mathematics & Statistics, Machine Learning, Convex Optimizations, Numerical Analysis, Signal Processing, Information Theory, Channel Coding, Statistical Learning
• Ability to program effectively in C/C++, Python and/or Matlab and the use of modern coding assistance tools
  • Experience with key machine learning tools/libraries (TensorFLow, PyTorch, Keras etc), neural networks architectures and building models

• up to 4 year's Systems Engineering or related work experience.
• up to 2 years' experience working in a large matrixed organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Passion for learning and intellectual curiosity.


Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$127,900.00 - $191,900.00

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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Joining Qualcomm offers more than just a job opportunity; it's a gateway to a career infused with innovation, leadership, and growth. As a pivotal leader in the world of wireless technology, Qualcomm stands at the forefront of digital communication advancements. Our team of professionals is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible, making this an ideal time to become part of our global community.

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