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Modem Software Engineer

Qualcomm

Location

San Diego, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/11/2026

Compensation

$103,600 - $155,400 per year

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

Qualcomm is seeking a motivated Engineer to join their Data/Networking software team, focusing on the design, development, and commercialization of advanced software solutions for Wireless Modem and Broadband technologies. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software for next-generation connected devices. Engineers will work on low-level hardware programming and optimize networking solutions for a variety of mobile products. This position offers the chance to gain deep technical expertise in embedded and platform software.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Strong programming skills in C/C++ or similar system-level programming languages.
  • Solid understanding of networking fundamentals and protocols such as TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, DHCP, DNS, and Wi-Fi.
  • Experience with Linux-based systems and embedded software development environments.
  • Proven analytical and debugging skills to resolve moderately complex technical issues.
  • Familiarity with software development lifecycle tools, version control systems, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile methodologies.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration in a global development environment.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, integrate, and maintain embedded software across networking and platform layers.
  • Debug and resolve moderately complex technical issues using structured problem-solving techniques.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful feature delivery and timely issue resolution.
  • Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, unit testing, integration, and validation.
  • Conduct code reviews and adhere to established software development processes.
  • Perform on-target and off-target development and Kernel debugging using standard embedded debug tools.
  • Support customer and field issues by analyzing problem reports and delivering robust fixes.

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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