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#Embedded Software Engineer

Qualcomm

Location

San Diego, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/19/2026

Compensation

$109,400 - $164,200 per year

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.1% approval-22% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The Software Engineer position at Qualcomm focuses on developing and integrating embedded software for advanced algorithms and protocols in the Wireless R&D division. The team is dedicated to cutting-edge research in wireless technologies, including 6G, and aims to create prototypes that enhance user experience and application performance. Candidates will work in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with system architects and engineers across various domains. Successful applicants will be innovative and comfortable with both research and software implementation.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ programming and object-oriented software design and development.
  • Understanding of multi-threading and operating system fundamentals.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to communicate technical ideas and work status clearly, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, integrate, and maintain embedded software across the full development lifecycle.
  • Interact with system architects to understand high-level system design and requirements.
  • Contribute to technical design and reviews, providing engineering input on architecture and design trade-offs.
  • Perform on-target and off-target development and debugging using standard embedded debug tools.
  • Optimize performance and timing constraints in real-time embedded systems.
  • Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation, including design descriptions and architecture specifications.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including system architects and test engineers.

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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