Qualcomm

RFSW Integration & Test Engineer

Qualcomm$89K — $133K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • 0-3 years of experience in RF testing, embedded systems, or software validation preferred
  • Basic understanding of RF fundamentals and wireless technologies (e.g., LTE, 5G)
  • Familiar with RF test equipment and base station simulators
  • Basic programming/scripting skills in Python or Shell
  • Exposure to test automation concepts or frameworks
  • Willingness to learn about AI/ML techniques for test efficiency

Responsibilities

  • Execute integration and validation of RF software features under guidance
  • Develop and execute test cases for functional and regression validation
  • Support RF hardware and software bring-up activities for new platforms
  • Debug and troubleshoot RF test issues with assistance from senior engineers
  • Analyze logs and test results to help identify root causes
  • Validate RF software releases and report issues using tracking tools
  • Assist in building and maintaining automation scripts and test frameworks

Benefits

  • Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
  • Opportunity for RSU grants
  • Comprehensive benefits package supporting work-life balance
  • Career growth and professional development opportunities
Full Job Description
Role Overview

As an RFSW Integration & Test Engineer, you will contribute to the integration, validation, and testing of RF software on modem platforms. You will work closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to ensure feature correctness, stability, and quality of RF systems in 5G/6G devices

Key Responsibilities
  • Execute integration and validation of RF software features (e.g., FR1/FR2, uplink/downlink scenarios) under guidance
  • Develop and execute test cases for functional, regression, and system-level validation
  • Support RF hardware and software bring-up activities for new platforms and features
  • Debug and troubleshoot RF test and calibration issues, with support from senior engineers
  • Analyze logs, test results, and failures to assist in root cause identification
  • Validate RF software releases and report issues using standard tracking tools
  • Assist in building and maintaining automation scripts and test frameworks
  • Participate in setup and maintenance of RF test lab environments and equipment
  • Collaborate with RF, Modem SW, and system test teams to track and resolve issues
  • Document test results, issues, and learnings clearly


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • 0-3 years of experience in RF testing, embedded systems, or software validation preferred

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills
  • Basic understanding of
    • RF fundamentals (TX/RX chains, calibration concepts)
    • Wireless technologies (LTE, 5G NR; exposure is sufficient)
  • Familiarity with:
    • RF test equipment (spectrum analyzer, signal generator, power meters)
    • Base station simulators (e.g., CMW500)
  • Exposure to debugging in embedded or system-level environments


Software, Automation & AI/ML Skills
  • Basic programming/scripting skills in Python, Shell, or similar
  • Exposure to test automation concepts or frameworks
  • Familiarity with Linux/Android environments
  • Interest or exposure to data analysis and log processing
  • Awareness of AI/ML concepts or tools (e.g., using AI-assisted debugging or automation tools)
  • Willingness to learn and apply automation and AI techniques to improve test efficiency


Professional Skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
  • Willingness to learn quickly in a fast-paced engineering environment
  • Good communication and collaboration skills
  • Attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes


Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$89,000.00 - $133,600.00

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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Net Income
$6.7 billion
Founded
1985
5 Year Trend
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Revenue
$26.6 billion
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