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# Qualcomm Software Engineers

- **Company:** Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
- **Location:** Santa Clara, CA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $180,600.0 - $271,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Information Systems, Data Centers, Firmware, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Software Systems, Utility Software, Information Technology, Network Server, Programming Languages
- **Published:** September 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/1b099854-2009-41cc-9f0d-f64c9e3e7dd5/sr-staff-cpu-software-test-engineer

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience. \n
\n OR\n
\nMaster's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 5+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.\n
\n OR\n
\nPhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.\n
\n
\n* 3+ years of work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.\n, 8+ years of experience in Software/Firmware Validation
\n

 * \n
Demonstrated software test engineering in SW/FW engineering with focus on Data Center Servers (minimum 5 years).

## Description

As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm Software Engineer, you will design, develop, create, modify, and validate embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and/or specialized utility programs that launch cutting-edge, world class products that meet and exceed customer needs. Qualcomm Software Engineers collaborate with systems, hardware, architecture, test engineers, and other teams to design system-level software solutions and obtain information on performance requirements and interfaces.


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