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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technical Standards - Data Center Firmware and Software - **Company:** Qualcomm - **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $212,800.0 - $319,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Data Centers, Linux, Emulators, Firmware, Hypervisor, Network Administration, Open Source Technology, PCI Express, Quick EMUlator (QEMU), Reduced Instruction Set Computing, Software Engineering, System Software, Toolchain, Virtualization Technology, Computer Networking Systems, Extensible Firmware Interface, Information Technology, Free and Open-Source Software - **Published:** August 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0e41ff732d88fa57 ## About the Role The key area of focus for the candidate is firmware and software standards for data center systems spanning server, edge and accelerators. System software development experience in firmware, kernel and Linux operating systems is a must. UEFI, drivers, kernel virtualization, hypervisor, systems management, network management, compiler, toolchain and QEMU experience are highly desirable. Experience in open-source software development is a must., * Master's Degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering * 10+ years' experience in software engineering and open-source development with a focus on Firmware, Kernel and Operating systems in either Arm or RISC-V ISA systems * 4+ years of experience with technical standards bodies or industry organizations such as UEFI Forum, OCP, Linux Foundation, JEDEC, ISO, PCIe, IEEE, DMTF * Strong networking and influencing skills Preferred Qualifications * Strong understanding of open-source licensing models and open-source development ecosystems * Detailed knowledge of data center technologies design, development and deployment across enterprises, HPC and hyperscalers * Strong understanding of international data center landscapes and strategic incentives of major players * Software Development experience with server and edge systems including architecture, design, emulation, implementation, verification, and upstreaming * Familiarity with Qualcomm semiconductor products and technologies is a plus * Experience with and/or network of contacts in research and academic community is a plus * Strong documentation, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills is required * 2+ years of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership * 3+ years in a technical leadership role * 4+ years of system emulation, modeling, or test experience * Note that some travel is required for this role Keywords: Server, Open-Source, Firmware, Standards, International, UEFI, Operating Systems, Linux, RISC-V, * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 8+ years Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience., Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 7+ years Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience. OR PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience. * Global travel several times per year for standards organization forums. ## Description As a senior Technical Standards contributor and participant, you will work closely with internal and external partners to improve and evolve industry technical standards while representing Qualcomm as a delegate in standardization forums and industry organizations. Your responsibility will include understanding data center firmware and software industry landscapes and domestic and international competitors' strength and weaknesses, working with internal partners to identify existing and emerging standards for Qualcomm to focus on, working with external partners in developing and promoting standards, helping formulate, maintain and execute on Qualcomm's strategy for data center standards, and working with attorneys to file patents that protect the novel IP aspects of any inventions. ## Related Videos - [Quantum DevOps - Quantum Application Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1441-quantum-devops-quantum-application-development) - [Speeding up Web Apps performance with WebAssembly and Emscripten](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1985-speeding-up-web-apps-performance-with-webassembly-and-emscripten) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [The Power of Developer Communities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1109-the-power-of-developer-communities) - [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 - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/162-highest-paying-tech-companies-in-europe) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers)