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# Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** Qualcomm
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, High-Level Architecture, Object-Oriented Software Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Multithreading, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/embedded-software-engineer-san-diego-ca-usa-58861789

## About the Role

debugging with standard embedded tools * Optimize performance and timing in real-time embedded systems * Create and maintain technical documentation (designs, specs, release notes) * Support subsystem-level integration and testing * Collaborate with cross-functional teams including baseband and RF SW engineers and test engineers Tasks * Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field * Proficiency in C/C++ and object-oriented design * Understanding of multi-threading and OS fundamentals * Analytical and problem-solving skills * Strong communication skills and cross-team collaboration abilities Key requirements * competitive benefits package * annual discretionary bonus program * annual RSU grants * opportunity for growth and learning * collaborative and innovative culture * work-life balance support

## Description

Experteer Overview In this role you will design, develop, and integrate embedded software for advanced wireless research platforms at Qualcomm. You will work with system architects to translate high-level designs into robust software across the full development lifecycle, targeting tech characterization, trials, and industry showcases. You will optimize real-time embedded performance, debug complex issues, and produce clear technical documentation. This position offers collaboration with cross-functional teams to push the frontier of RF, baseband, and protocol research within a fast-paced environment. You will contribute to impactful, end-to-end demonstrations and pre-commercial interoperability efforts. Compensation / Benefits * Design, develop, and maintain embedded software across the full development lifecycle * Collaborate with system architects to translate requirements into software designs * Contribute to design reviews and trade-off analyses * Perform on-target and off-target debugging with standard embedded tools * Optimize performance and timing in real-time embedded systems * Create and maintain technical documentation (designs, specs, release notes) * Support subsystem-level integration and testing * Collaborate with cross-functional teams including baseband and RF SW engineers and test engineers Tasks * Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field * Proficiency in C/C++ and object-oriented design * Understanding of multi-threading and OS fundamentals * Analytical and problem-solving skills * Strong communication skills and cross-team collaboration abilities Key requirements * competitive benefits package * annual discretionary bonus program * annual RSU grants * opportunity for growth and learning * collaborative and innovative culture * work-life balance support


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