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July 17, 2026
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Data Networking Software

San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
$104K/yr - $155K/yr
Entry Level
Qualcomm is looking for a highly motivated Embedded Systems Software Engineer to join their Data / Networking software team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and commercialization of cutting-edge software solutions across Wireless Broadband and Automotive Telematics technologies.
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Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, integrate, and maintain embedded software across networking and platform layers, including connectivity protocols, system services, and embedded software stack
  • Debug and resolve moderately complex technical issues using structured problem-solving and data-driven analysis techniques
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (System engineering, test, and customer-facing teams) to ensure successful feature delivery and timely issue resolution
  • Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, unit testing, integration, and validation
  • Conduct code reviews and adhere to established software development processes, ensuring high standards of quality, scalability, and maintainability
  • Perform on‑target and off‑target development and Linux Kernel debugging, using standard embedded debug tools and techniques to diagnose and resolve functional, performance, and stability issues
  • Support customer and field issues by analyzing problem reports, reproducing issues, and delivering robust fixes while balancing product schedules and quality requirements

Qualification

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Preferred

  • 1-2 years of prior work experience preferred
  • Strong programming skills in C/C++ or similar system-level programming languages
  • Solid understanding of networking fundamentals and protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, DHCP, DNS, Wi-Fi, VLAN, etc)
  • Experience with Linux-based systems and embedded software development environments
  • Proven analytical and debugging skills with the ability to resolve moderately complex technical issues
  • Familiarity with software development lifecycle tools, version control systems, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile methodologies
  • Experience with Mobile Broadband middleware's like RDK-B, prplWare, OpenSync and other full OS's like OpenWRT is highly desirable
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a global development environment
  • Ability to quickly learn new technologies, adapt to changing priorities, and contribute across multiple technical domains

Benefits

  • Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
  • Opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus)
  • Highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play
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