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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sensor System Engineer - **Company:** Qualcomm - **Location:** Santa Clara, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $142,200.0 - $213,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Algorithm Design, Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, C Sharp (Programming Language), Network Analysis, Information Systems, Firmware, MATLAB, Performance Tuning, Mobile Security, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Integration, JMP (Statistical Software), Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Information Technology - **Published:** July 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=64c9200de4cd6e03 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Validation design?, We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Systems Engineer to join our Fingerprint Sensor team and drive the development of innovative biometric solutions for next-generation mobile devices. Our mission is to deliver high-performance, high-volume solutions that push the boundaries of mobile security and user experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in system engineering, with a proven ability to architect and develop advanced fingerprint sensing technologies. This role requires deep involvement in system-level analysis, optimization, and validation to achieve best-in-class performance, reliability, and seamless integration. You will also play a key role in optimizing hardware/software interfaces and drive schemes, developing and validating algorithms, and characterizing performance across edge and corner cases through firmware definition and refinement., * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience., Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Systems Engineering or related work experience. OR PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field. * Works in the lab, can use hazardous chemicals (e.g., glue, machinery)., * 2+ years of hands-on industry experience in module and system characterization. * Master's Degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Physics * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to performance under edge conditions. * Proven track record in architecting, defining, and implementing multi-domain sensor systems. * Strong background in systems engineering, preferably in sensors, modules, or biometric technologies. * Proven ability in defining architecture and integrating systems into commercial products. * Solid understanding of hardware/software interaction, including firmware development and HW/SW co-optimization. * Experience in algorithm development, validation, and system-level performance characterization. * Self-directed, motivated, and capable of driving complex technical programs to completion. * Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, parameter analyzers, and network analyzers. * Experience in C/C++/C#, MATLAB, and JMP, with familiarity in I²C, SPI, and MIPI interface protocols. * Experience with design and validation tools such as Cadence and SPICE., * Experience in fingerprint sensing, TFT sensors, or related biometric sensing technologies. * Familiarity with ASIC development, sensor physics, or module-level design. * Knowledge of mixed-signal and/or digital circuit design. ## Description * Architect and define end-to-end system solutions for next-generation fingerprint sensing technologies. * Define system integration requirements across diverse sensor applications and product platforms. * Optimize hardware/software interfaces and drive schemes to enhance overall system performance and efficiency. * Lead algorithm development and validation by integrating sensor physics with advanced data analysis to overcome limitations in existing sensor modules, improving accuracy, robustness, and performance. * Develop hardware specifications for ASICs, sensors, and module-level components. * Characterize and optimize system performance under edge and corner conditions through firmware development, testing, and iteration. * Perform system-level verification and validation to ensure reliability, scalability, and production readiness. * Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (hardware, software, firmware, and product engineering) to enable successful integration into high-volume consumer products. ## Related Videos - [The Billion Dollar Machine: First Time Right.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/393-the-billion-dollar-machine-first-time-right) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [Software stack under and over the hood of the fastest accelerating car in the world](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/221-software-stack-under-and-over-the-hood-of-the-fastest-accelerating-car-in-the-world) - [Agent Smith Gets Hardware: Autonomous IoT Hacking From Debug Port to Cloud API](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100258-agent-smith-gets-hardware-autonomous-iot-hacking-from-debug-port-to-cloud-api) ## Related Articles - [Software Engineer Career: Things You Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/143-software-engineer-career-things-you-should-know) - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [What Jobs Can You Get with a Software Engineering Degree?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/398-what-jobs-can-you-get-with-a-software-engineering-degree)