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Staff Software Engineer - Linux

Qualcomm

Location

San Diego, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

6/11/2026

Compensation

$134,800 - $202,200 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.1% approval-22% YoY
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Job description

As a Qualcomm Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and validate embedded and cloud edge software for next-generation products. You will work closely with systems, hardware, architecture, and test engineers to create system-level software solutions. The role emphasizes upstream-oriented Linux platform enablement, focusing on image generation, packaging, and CI/CD automation across major Linux distributions. You will bridge silicon and firmware enablement with modern open-source distribution standards.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
  • Strong foundation in computer science and system-level software engineering.
  • Advanced Linux experience with the ability to debug complex issues spanning kernel, boot, and userspace.
  • Proficiency in Bash and Python for automation and tooling; working knowledge of C/C++.
  • Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously in ambiguous, fast-evolving technical environments.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and validate embedded and cloud edge software.
  • Collaborate with systems, hardware, architecture, and test engineers.
  • Drive Linux platform enablement for Qualcomm’s next-generation SoCs.
  • Architect, build, and optimize Linux distribution support and infrastructure.
  • Focus on upstream-oriented Linux platform enablement, including image generation and CI/CD automation.

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.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Qualcomm Technologies Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

198

FY2026

Approval rate

98.1%

FY2026

LCA certified

59,278

FY2026

Entry-level share

0.0%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

-22%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

+30%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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