Qualcomm

Senior Staff Technical Lead - Git/Gerrit Platform

Qualcomm$158K — $238K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of IT experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 9+ years without a degree.
  • Deep expertise in Git/Gerrit for enterprise-scale source code management.
  • Hands-on experience in deploying and scaling Git/Gerrit globally.
  • Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools like Jenkins.
  • Solid scripting skills in Python, Bash, or similar languages.

Responsibilities

  • Own the architecture and roadmap for Qualcomm's Git/Gerrit platforms.
  • Lead modernization initiatives with contemporary automation and AI tooling.
  • Establish standards for source control, CI/CD, and automation practices.
  • Design and operate scalable and secure Git/Gerrit infrastructure.
  • Drive integration of CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code solutions.
  • Liaise with Engineering, IT, and external partners for SCM platforms.
  • Mentor and develop a global team of DevOps engineers.

Benefits

  • Competitive annual discretionary bonus program.
  • Opportunity for annual RSU grants.
  • Comprehensive benefits package supporting work-life balance.
Full Job Description
General Summary:

We are seeking a seasoned, forward-thinking technologist to serve as the Technical Lead for Git/Gerrit within Qualcomm's Engineering Services organization. This role is responsible for the strategy, architecture, modernization, and operational excellence of enterprise-scale source code management and DevOps platforms supporting 20,000+ engineers globally. The Technical Lead will drive next-generation engineering enablement through scalable, secure, and highly available Git/Gerrit and CI/CD ecosystems.

Minimum Qualifications:
• 7+ years of IT-related work experience with a Bachelor's degree.
OR
9+ years of IT-related work experience without a Bachelor's degree.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Technical Leadership & Platform Strategy
  • Own the architecture, roadmap, and evolution of Qualcomm's Git/Gerrit platforms (world's largest) and integrated DevOps toolchains, aligning with enterprise engineering objectives and industry best practices.
  • Lead platform modernization initiatives, including adoption of contemporary architectures, automation, and AI-enabled developer tooling.
  • Establish and enforce standards and best practices for source control, CI/CD, automation, analytics, and AI workflows.
  • Architecture, Scalability & Reliability
  • Design and operate fault-tolerant, highly scalable, and secure Git/Gerrit infrastructure supporting mission-critical, global engineering workloads.
  • Ensure high availability, performance, and security through robust 247 operational support, incident management, and continuous improvement.
  • Evaluate existing systems and recommend scalable, cost-effective architectural enhancements.
  • DevOps, CI/CD & Automation
  • Drive the design and integration of CI/CD pipelines, build and release systems, containerized platforms, and infrastructure-as-code solutions.
  • Leverage automation and data-driven insights to improve developer productivity, reliability, and operational efficiency.
  • Cross-Functional Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Serve as the primary liaison between Engineering, IT, and external partners for SCM and DevOps platforms.
  • Collaborate with global engineering teams to gather requirements, prioritize initiatives, and deliver resilient, scalable solutions.
  • Provide regular updates to stakeholders on platform health, roadmap progress, risks, and technical challenges.
  • People Leadership & Enablement
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of DevOps engineers, fostering technical excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Act as technical lead on complex initiatives-driving design discussions, resolving roadblocks, and ensuring delivery accountability.
  • Develop and deliver training, playbooks, and knowledge assets to promote best practices across the organization.
  • Enterprise Initiatives
  • Support M&A integration efforts, including tooling transition planning and execution.
  • Research and evaluate emerging technologies to enhance engineering workflows and platform capabilities


Qualifications:
  • Core Experience
  • 10+ years of IT experience with deep expertise in enterprise-scale Git/Gerrit-based source code management systems.
  • Proven hands-on experience deploying, administering, and scaling Git/Gerrit in large, globally distributed environments.
  • Strong background in CI/CD pipelines, automation, and DevOps tooling (e.g., Jenkins, container platforms, configuration management).
  • Technical & Architectural Expertise
  • Demonstrated ability to design and operate highly scalable, distributed systems with strong reliability and security posture.
  • Deep understanding of SDLC, code review workflows, version control best practices, and Agile methodologies.
  • Strong scripting and automation skills (e.g., Python, Bash, Ruby, or similar).
  • Leadership & Communication
  • Proven success leading cross-functional, globally distributed teams and driving complex initiatives to completion.
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and architectural design skills, with the ability to turn data into actionable insights.
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills; ability to influence at technical and executive levels.
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities


Preferred Skills
  • Experience with risk assessment, release management, and enterprise integration practices.
  • Semiconductor or large-scale engineering organization experience.
  • Familiarity with cloud-based DevOps platforms, modern monitoring and security practices, and AI/ML usage within the DevOps lifecycle.
  • Intellectual curiosity, adaptability, and a highly collaborative mindset


Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$158,700.00 - $238,100.00

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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