Company:
Qualcomm Innovation Center, Inc.

Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary:

Develops, creates, and modifies general computer applications software or specialized utility programs. Analyzes user needs and develops software We are looking for a talented, motivated and experienced Software Engineer with expertise 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, eMBMS, 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.

Job Responsibilities:• Design, implement and drive new telephony/IMS 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.• Contribute in pre-silicon and post-silicon bring-up of future chipsets

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in the following areas:• Linux software development in mobile/embedded environment• C /C++ and JAVA programming skills and a good understanding of Data Structures and Algorithms• Object Oriented Design and Programming • Android Software Development• ARM processors and/or embedded software development on mobile devices.

Additional skills in the following areas are preferred:• Experience in Telephony Domain• Strong debugging skills, experience with JTAG• Experience using git for development; patch/tree management• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills• Independent and motivated problem solver

Minimum Qualifications:• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:
• 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• 2+ years of experience with Database Management Software.
• 2+ years of experience with API.
• 2+ years of experience working in a large matrixed organization.
• 1+ years of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Director level and above).

Level of Responsibility:
• Working under some supervision.• 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.

The responsibilities of this role do not include:• Financial accountability (e.g., does not involve budgeting responsibility).

Qualcomm is committed to hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities. Although this role has some expected physical activity, an inability to perform one or more of the listed physical requirements should not deter otherwise qualified applicants from applying. We will work with you throughout the application and onboarding process to provide reasonable accommodations. Examples of expected physical activity include: frequently transporting between offices, buildings, and campuses up to ½ mile; frequently transporting and installing equipment up to 5 lbs; performing tasks at various heights (e.g., standing or sitting); monitoring and utilizing computers and test equipment for more than 6 hours a day; and continuous communication which includes the comprehension of information with colleagues, customers, and vendors both in person and remotely.

Although this role has some expected minor physical activity, this should not deter otherwise qualified applicants from applying. If you are an individual with a physical or mental disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, please call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here for assistance. Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, to support individuals with disabilities as part of our ongoing efforts to create an accessible workplace.

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