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# Platform Software Engineer

- **Company:** Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $94,200.0 - $141,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Embedded Software, FreeRTOS, Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards), QNX (Software), Software Engineering, Information Technology
- **Published:** June 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/7f7050d5-3dbd-4f93-8f99-d6e6cc96fc06

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field., * Master's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

 * Exposure to automotive SW development processes and standards (e.g., ASPCE, ISO26262 and ISO21434)
 * Knowledge of interaction types between hardware and software for different types of standard hardware blocks, CPU, and accelerators.
 * Experience in software design and development for software layers found in SoCs (e.g., boot, drivers, embedded firmware, security, safety, kernels (Linux, QNX, SafeRTOS)).
 * Software expereince in embedded software development for ARM based systems.
 * C programming, HW debugging with JTAG, OS fundamentals, analytical and logical reasoning.

## Description

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).


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