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Staff Software Engineer – Platform Test

Qualcomm and Careers
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/30/2026

Company:

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Test Engineering

General Summary:

At the core of cutting-edge Snapdragon SoC-powered products, our Platform Team is shaping the future of technology through innovative test content development, advanced automation, and the commercialization of critical software drivers. We foster a collaborative, growth-oriented environment that emphasizes flexibility in assignments and precision in execution. We’re looking for passionate technologists ready to make a significant impact and help drive the next wave of innovation.

Skills :

  • Strong programming skills in Python, Shell/Bash, Java and C/C
  • Familiarity with compliance suites at OS-level like Redhat, Ubuntu, CentOS and Chip-level like ARM SystemReady, SBSA, BBR is a plus
  • Strong understanding of core OS concepts such as memory management, scheduling, NUMA, storage, virtualization, and secure boot.
  • Deep understanding of server workloads and performance benchmarking for data center environment
  • Deep expertise in software quality principles, ARM-based architectures, Linux systems
  • Proven expertise in developing automated test solutions, managing source code repositories, implementing CI workflows, scripting, and building robust test frameworks
  • Contributions to open-source software and upstreaming is an advantage
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and time management skills.
  • Experience with real-world server workloads, performance optimization, and practical deployment scenarios

Key responsibilities:

As a Staff Engineer you will

  • Gather requirements and define effective test strategies, including planning and developing new test content, processes, and frameworks.
  • Drive technical excellence by setting high standards for test automation, quality, and compliance across projects.
  • Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing within the team.
  • Influence cross-functional decisions by providing strategic input on test frameworks, methodologies, and best practices.
  • Collaborate with development teams to improve testability and upstream fixes where applicable.
  • Incorporate OEM requirements and feedback to enhance test solutions across multiple products, and automate industry standard benchmarks for CPU validation
  • Leverage common test methods and frameworks in partnership with technology teams to ensure consistency and efficiency.
  • Apply creativity and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot technical challenges and navigate novel circumstances.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4 years of Systems Test Engineering or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3 years of Systems Test Engineering or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2 years of Systems Test Engineering or related work experience.

Education Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6 years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
  • Master’s degree in engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 5 yearof Software Engineering or related work experience.
  • 5 years of experience in test/automation development or a related discipline preferred

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 disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com 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).

To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.

EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.

Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.


Pay range
and Other Compensation & Benefits:

$130,600.00 - $195,800.00

The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.

If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.

Salary : $130,600 - $195,800

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