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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # #Software Engineer - Linux / Android Telephony - **Company:** Qualcomm - **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $94,200.0 - $141,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), LTE (Telecommunication), Data Analysis, Android Software Development, Application Testing, C++ (Programming Language), Information Systems, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Software Debugging, Linux, Embedded Software, Object-Oriented Software Development, Open Source Technology, Software Engineering, Git, Kotlin, Information Technology, Free and Open-Source Software, Radio Interface Layer, Android Ui - **Published:** May 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=2135db508a8c8c3d ## About the Role Do you have experience in UI?, The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in the following areas: * C++ and JAVA/Kotlin programming skills and a good understanding of Data Structures and Algorithms * Android Software Development * Embedded software development on mobile devices. * Software development in Linux environment. * Experience in Object Oriented Design and Development Additional skills in the following areas are preferred: * Experience in Telephony Domain * Strong debugging skills * Experience using git for development; patch/tree management * Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills * Independent and motivated problem solver, * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field. ## Description We are looking for a talented, motivated and experienced Software Engineer with experience in Linux/Android internals. This role includes software design and development, debugging and testing Linux/Android Telephony software. You will work on cellular technologies (4G LTE ,5G) to enable telephony features -voice/data, IMS - VoLTE, Video Telephony, VoWifi, support MSIM and SIM use cases etc. You will interact with various internal cross-functional teams as well as third party OEMs designing, developing and guiding on new features that are scalable, performant and power optimized. This position is with Qualcomm's fully-owned subsidiary, the Qualcomm Innovation Center (QuIC). QuIC is focused on open source software development and participates in the open source community., * Design, implement and drive new telephony features on Android platform. * Debug and Fix complex problems involving multiple modules from Android UI, framework, middle ware to radio interface layer. * Implement Tools and Test applications to enable and streamline testing process. * Make contributions into Android Open Source Project (AOSP). * Contribute in pre-silicon and post-silicon bring-up of future chipsets, * Making decisions that are moderate in impact; errors may have relatively minor financial impact or effect on projects, operations, or customer relationships; errors may require involvement beyond immediate work group to correct. * Using verbal and written communication skills to convey information that may be somewhat complex to others who may have limited knowledge of the subject in question. May require basic negotiation and influence, cooperation, tact, and diplomacy, etc. * Having a moderate amount of influence over key organizational decisions (e.g., is consulted by senior leadership to provide input on key decisions). * Completing tasks with multiple steps that can be performed in various orders; some planning and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively; mistakes may result in some rework. * Exercising creativity to draft original documents, imagery, or work products within established guidelines. * Using deductive and inductive problem solving; multiple approaches may be taken/necessary to solve the problem; often information is missing or incomplete; intermediate data analysis/interpretation skills may be required. * May be solicited during strategic planning period. Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. 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