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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Networking Software Engineer - **Company:** Qualcomm - **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $103,600.0 - $155,400.0 - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), LTE (Telecommunication), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Android Software Development, Android NDK, Application Layers, Unit Testing, VoIP, Wireless Broadband, C++ (Programming Language), Code Coverage, Code Review, Computer Programming, Computer Networks, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Software Design Patterns, Linux, Java Native Interface, Linux Kernel, Log Analysis, Object-Oriented Software Development, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, System Programming, TCP/IP, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Wi-Fi Technology, Multithreading, Cloud Platform System, Gerrit, 5G NR, Git, Kotlin, Linux Development, Information Technology, Software Version Control - **Published:** July 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=11e3a16eb3896c94 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical engineering, or related field. * 0-2 years of software development experience. * Proficiency in one or more of the following languages: C, C++, Java, and/or Kotlin ; familiarity with AIDL, NDK, or JNI is a plus. * Solid understanding of Object-Oriented Programming and Design Patterns . * Solid understanding of Real Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Computer Architecture concepts * Coursework, academic projects, internship experience, or hands on experience with data networking concepts, TCP/IP networking stack, or sockets programming etc. * Exposure to Android AOSP or Android platform internals. Exposure to Linux development environment, IPC protocols, Multi Process, Multi-Threading is a plus. * Basic understanding of the Linux kernel , system calls, or kernel-userspace interfaces. * Strong debugging and analytical skills - ability to trace issues across multiple layers. * Good written and verbal communication skills for cross-team collaboration., * Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field and 2+ years of relevant work experience. * Experience with Android's connectivity stack (ConnectivityService, NetworkStack, or similar). * Exposure to unit testing frameworks (GTest, or Android's testing infrastructure). * Familiarity with AIDL , Binder IPC, or vendor HAL design patterns. * Familiarity with eBPF or Linux networking subsystems (netfilter, routing tables, socket-level APIs). * Knowledge of satellite or non-terrestrial network (NTN) concepts is a plus. * Experience with AI/ML-assisted debugging tools or log analysis automation. * Familiarity with version control (Git/Gerrit), code review practices, and Agile development. ## Description Qualcomm is looking for a highly motivated Software Engineer to join our Android Data/Networking software team. We are building the next generation of Android and Linux platform capabilities at Qualcomm, and in this role you will work on cutting-edge networking software, connectivity and platform infrastructure running on Qualcomm's Snapdragon SOCs that span various market segments such as smartphones, PCs, wearables, wireless broadband connectivity, automotive infotainment and telematics platforms, IOE (Internet of Everything), etc. As part of a highly collaborative global team, you will work alongside senior platform engineers to design, develop and validate features that bridge the Android application layer, system services, user-space vendor services, the Linux kernel, and modem layers. The work also spans connectivity and data networking stack software for wireless domains - cellular (5G NR/LTE/Satellite) and Wi-Fi, as well as Internet (TCP/IP stack) and IMS (IP Multimedia Systems) domains such as VoIP/VoWifi/Video Telephony etc. The software you develop will power connectivity experiences for millions of devices worldwide across smartphones, automotive platforms, PCs, wearables, and IoT products. This role provides a solid foundation for engineers who are passionate about observability, system-level debugging, and building scalable platforms. Job Responsibilities * Design, develop and integrate Android and Linux platform features related to connectivity, networking, and system services. * Write, debug, and validate C/C++ code within the AOSP framework and vendor-specific extensions. * Assist in designing and exposing vendor cSDK capabilities through AIDL/NDK boundaries to user-space applications. * Contribute to eBPF program development and traffic classification logic for advanced network visibility. * Participate in cross-functional debugging spanning the kernel, HAL, system services, and application layers. * Develop unit tests and contribute to test coverage frameworks for platform components. * Contribute to structured log collection tooling and AI-assisted root-cause analysis infrastructure. * Collaborate with senior engineers, Google, and cross-functional teams on AOSP feature integration. ## Related Videos - [Code meets connectivity - Developers as the powerhouse of Network API innovation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1686-code-meets-connectivity-developers-as-the-powerhouse-of-network-api-innovation) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Getting under the skin: The Social Engineering techniques](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/38-getting-under-the-skin-the-social-engineering-techniques) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [The best of two worlds - Bringing enterprise-grade Linux to the vehicle](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/67-the-best-of-two-worlds-bringing-enterprise-grade-linux-to-the-vehicle) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [Basic And Advanced Networking in Dart and Flutter](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/112-basic-and-advanced-networking-in-dart-and-flutter) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)