Software Engineer, Sr. Staff - Android and Linux
QualcommSoftware Engineer, Sr. Staff - Android and Linux
QualcommLocation
San Diego, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
9/22/2026
Compensation
$169,800 - $254,600 per year
Job description
Qualcomm Innovation Center, Inc. is seeking an Engineering lead with expertise in operating systems, Android frameworks, and the Linux kernel. The role involves leading a small agile team to develop end-to-end solutions that optimize resource usage while adhering to Android framework and Linux programming principles. The candidate will collaborate with various teams, including multimedia and architecture, to create system-level software solutions. This position offers opportunities to work on a wide range of features across the Android Stack and Linux kernel.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
- Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 5+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
- PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
- 3+ years of work experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Java, or Python.
Responsibilities
- Lead a small and agile group collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Develop end-to-end solutions involving both user space and kernel space.
- Collaborate with systems, multimedia, architecture, and other teams to develop system-level software solutions.
- Ensure optimal resource usage while adhering to Android framework and Linux system programming principles.
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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