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Modem Systems Engineer

Qualcomm

Location

San Diego, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/10/2026

Compensation

$104,000 - $156,000 per year

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.1% approval-22% YoY
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Job description

Qualcomm's Modem Systems group is seeking a candidate to contribute to the development of cutting-edge mobile communication technologies, including 6G and IoT. The role involves working on high-level architecture studies, modem algorithm design, and machine learning applications. Candidates will have the opportunity to shape the future of wireless communications and engage in diverse technical challenges. A commitment to diversity and inclusion is expected from all employees.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Master's degree in EE, ECE, CS, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or other areas with strong components in probability, machine learning, statistics, and linear algebra.
  • Up to 5 years of industry experience in communication theory, applied mathematics, statistics, or machine learning.
  • Ability to program effectively in C/C++, Python, and/or Matlab.
  • Experience with machine learning tools and libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Keras.

Responsibilities

  • Engage in high-level architecture studies and modem algorithm design.
  • Develop machine learning applications for WWAN radio design.
  • Contribute to power-efficient design, verification, and commercialization of technologies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a large matrixed organization.
  • Support diversity and inclusion initiatives within the team and company.

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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