
Inventing the technologies the world loves.
Senior Embedded Software Development Engineer
Company:
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering
General Summary:
This individual independently plans, performs the moderately-defined responsibility for the design, driver development, integration, test, debugging and validation of real time embedded software, embedded RTOS environment, embedded systems, embedded microcontroller firmware, communication protocols and platforms for wireless chipsets including features enabled by 3G, 4G, 5G, AI and/or other current and future technologies. Develops and debugs platforms in-addition to on target development. Identify, evaluate and implement tools and processes to continually improve the software development process. Provides support on customer issues and requirements to Software Application Engineers by providing input to project planning and timescales. Creates engineering documentation for intellectual property, prepares technical specifications and requirements. Acts as a strong contributor at design reviews and project meetings.
Will accept a Master's Degree (or foreign academic equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related degree field. Will also accept a Bachelor's Degree (or foreign academic equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related degree field and five (5) years of progressive experience in a related occupation. Employer will accept any suitable combination of education, training or experience.
Compensation: $113,099.00 - $166,900.00/year
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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.
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About Qualcomm

Qualcomm
PublicInventing the technologies the world loves.
10,001+
Employees
San Diego
Headquarters
$136B
Valuation
Reviews
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Work-life balance
3.0
Compensation
2.0
Culture
2.5
Career
3.5
Management
2.0
45%
Recommend to a friend
Pros
Opportunity to work at reputable company
Interesting work and new skill development
Strong brand name recognition
Cons
Low compensation compared to market rates
Poor communication from employees
No benefits provided
Salary Ranges
21 data points
Junior/L3
Junior/L3 · Data Scientist
0 reports
$196,000
total per year
Base
$150,000
Stock
$33,000
Bonus
$13,000
$166,600
$225,400
Interview experience
8 interviews
Difficulty
2.8
/ 5
Duration
14-28 weeks
Interview process
1
Application Review
2
Recruiter Screen
3
Technical Phone Screen
4
Onsite/Virtual Interviews
5
Team Matching
6
Offer
Common questions
Coding/Algorithm
Technical Knowledge
System Design
Behavioral/STAR
Past Experience
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