Senior Software Engineer - Linux / Android Telephony
QualcommSenior Software Engineer - Linux / Android Telephony
QualcommLocation
San Diego, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
9/24/2026
Compensation
$117,800 - $176,600 per year
Job description
Qualcomm Innovation Center, Inc. is seeking a skilled Software Engineer with expertise in Linux and Android internals. The role focuses on software design, development, and testing of telephony software for cellular technologies like 4G LTE and 5G. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams and third-party OEMs to develop scalable and optimized telephony features. This position emphasizes contributions to the Android Open Source Project and requires strong problem-solving skills.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
- 2+ years of experience with programming languages such as C++, Java, or Kotlin.
- Experience in Android software development and embedded software development on mobile devices.
- Strong understanding of data structures and algorithms.
- Experience in object-oriented design and development.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and drive new telephony features on the Android platform.
- Debug and fix complex problems involving multiple modules from Android UI to radio interface layer.
- Implement tools and test applications to streamline the testing process.
- Contribute to the Android Open Source Project (AOSP).
- Participate in pre-silicon and post-silicon bring-up of future chipsets.
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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