Qualcomm
#Wireless Subsystem Test and Software Tools Engineer
$109K–$164K
San Diego, California · On-site · Full-time · Posted Sep 18, 2026
- Experience
- Preferred: 2 years of Embedded Software Engineering work experience as an alternative to a master's degree.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
- Visa sponsorship
- This position is not eligible for Qualcomm immigration sponsorship.
About the job
Develops and integrates software test systems to validate advanced wireless research features, including 5G and 6G subsystems.
What you'll do
- Develop test plans and perform end-to-end feature validation, including for trials, demonstrations, and industry showcases.
- Build and maintain test frameworks, automation, and continuous and nightly regression suites.
- Integrate software, hardware, and network test environments; debug embedded software and system integration issues.
What they ask for
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficiency in C/C++ and Python.
- Understanding of multi-threading and OS fundamentals.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to communicate technical ideas and work status clearly.
Nice to have
- Master's degree in a listed engineering or computing field, or 2 years of work experience in Embedded Software Engineering; Linux development familiarity.
- Experience with embedded software debugging, test automation and CI/CD, telecom test equipment, virtualization/containerization, or wireless/network protocols.
Pay
$109,400.00 - $164,200.00 USD base salary
Tools
C/C++, Python, Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, 5G NR, LTE
AI focus
The broader research context includes AI-powered context-aware communications and agentic AI; the role prefers adopting AI-based productivity tools.
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