Embedded Software Engineer (QGOV Division) - (Top Secret Clearance Highly Desired)

We are seeking versatile Embedded Software Engineers to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in embedded software development and cellular technologies. A comprehensive understanding of 4-5G modem stack layers, including L1, L2, RRC, and MAC is a plus., * Design, develop, and optimize embedded software for 4-5G modem systems.

• Collaborate across teams to integrate modem features into secure government platforms.
• Analyze and debug complex issues across the modem stack (L1/L2/RRC/MAC).
• Contribute to architecture decisions and system-level design.Support system bring-up, integration, and validation in lab and field environments.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience., Master’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 5+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience. OR PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

• 3+ years of work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working with government or defense-related wireless systems.
• Knowledge of 3GPP specifications and modem architecture.
• Experience with DSP programming and hardware/software co-design.
• 7+ years of experience in embedded systems and wireless modem development.
• Strong hands-on experience with 5G modem stack layers
• Proficiency in C/C++ and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Experience with debugging tools, JTAG, and protocol analyzers.
• Familiarity with secure software development practices and government standards is a plus.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be eligible to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.

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 .

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., Qualcomm Government Technologies (QGOV) partners with U.S. government agencies to deliver cutting-edge wireless solutions that meet mission-critical needs. We specialize in secure, high-performance technologies that leverage Qualcomm’s leadership in mobile innovation., Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.

Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits : $146,400.00 - $244,000.00