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Software Engineer - Modem

Qualcomm

Location

San Diego, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

6/11/2026

Compensation

$104,000 - $156,000 per year

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
Approval 97.1%·Filings 1,170·New hires 255·
Established Sponsor
·FY 2025

Job description

As a Qualcomm Modem Technology Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, verifying, validating, and commercializing Wireless WAN modem air interface software. You will work within a team to develop high-quality modem IP that meets industry standards and customer requirements. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure cost-effective and high-performance solutions. Your contributions will directly impact the modem IP architecture and related technologies.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
  • 1+ year of experience with programming languages such as C, C++, or Python.
  • 1+ year of applicable experience in the wireless, semiconductor, or embedded software industry.
  • 6+ months of WWAN modem development specific experience.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the design, implementation, verification, validation, and commercialization of Wireless WAN modem air interface software.
  • Support the implementation of transceiver, HW control, and wireless Radio Access Stratum software for multi-RAT technologies.
  • Apply knowledge of RF and WWAN L1/L2/L3 specifications in the development of multi-mode modem resources.
  • Develop models and simulations to design well-defined components.
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure high performance and cost-effectiveness of modem IP.
  • Create test cases to verify design and validate modem against specifications.
  • Write technical documentation and feature descriptions for Modem Tech software projects.

Benefits

  • Qualcomm offers competitive compensation, annual bonuses, stock programs, comprehensive healthcare coverage, retirement plans, wellness programs, parental leave, flexible work options, and professional development opportunities.

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