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Senior C++ Software Engineer (5G L1 / PHY)

Globalstar
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/10/2026

XCOM RAN is owned and operated by Globalstar, Inc. and delivers a revolutionary private 5G Radio Access Network platform designed to enable the industrial automation revolution. Built by an expert team of former Qualcomm engineers, XCOM RAN has an advanced software-defined architecture, and enables the creation of wide-area “Supercells” that eliminate handoffs and optimize throughput. The solution is engineered for mission-critical environments where reliability, scalability, and low-latency performance are essential, from smart logistics and industrial automation to defense, emergency response, and more.


By combining spectrum flexibility with intelligent orchestration, XCOM RAN gives organizations the ability to unlock new efficiencies and support digital transformation at the edge.


What you’ll be doing at XCOM RAN by Globalstar

As a Senior Software Engineer (L1/PHY), you will design and implement real-time C/C software for high performing wireless systems. This includes designing, developing, coding, testing, and verifying major system features. You will participate in and enhance software processes, including design reviews, code reviews, and continuous integration. Also, you will work with systems design and test teams to integrate and validate novel 3GPP wireless technology concepts.



What you will bring to XCOM RAN by Globalstar

  • BS Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or closely related field
  • 7 years of recent and hands-on software development experience with C and/or Modern C
  • 5 years of experience developing software for real-time Linux systems
  • 5 years of experience with 5g or 4g L1 (PHY Layer) specs and stack development


It’s a bonus if you have:

  • MS Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or closely related field
  • Experience with Intel ecosystem: CPU architecture (AVX-512 instructions), NIC drivers, and DPDK (Data Plane Development Kit)
  • Knowledge of digital signal processing. Linear algebra would be a plus.
  • Networking concepts, protocol, and networking tools (e.g., Wireshark, tcpdump)
  • Unit testing and end to end system integration testing
  • Debugging techniques for real-time software applications
  • Optimizing software performance



Marginal Functions:

A review of this job description may have omitted some of the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of the job duties and responsibilities. This job description, in no way, states or implies that these are the only duties and/or responsibilities to be performed by the employee in this position. The employee in this position will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his/her supervisor.


Skills and Competencies:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact clearly and concisely with all departments and levels of management
  • Excellent organizational skills with attention-to-detail
  • Ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks
  • Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office
  • Familiarity with NetSuite
  • Strong problem-solving skills, especially under time constraints
  • Ability to identify and seek needed information


Salary : $120,000 - $165,000

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