Jobs#5G/6G Modem Software Engineer
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#5G/6G Modem Software Engineer

Qualcomm

Location

San Diego, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/24/2026

Compensation

$114,500 - $171,700 per year

Undergraduate Entry-Level
H-1B FY202698.1% approval-22% YoY
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Job description

The role involves designing and developing modem software for 5G and 6G connectivity within Qualcomm's Snapdragon chipset portfolio. As part of the Modem SW team, you will work across various protocol stack layers to implement features compliant with 3GPP standards. The position requires a strong foundation in C/C++ and real-time embedded systems, along with a deep understanding of wireless communication principles. Your contributions will significantly impact how billions of devices connect and utilize AI-driven optimizations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 1–2 years of academic or industry experience in C/C++ programming.
  • Foundational understanding of embedded systems, real-time operating systems, and data structures & algorithms.
  • Basic knowledge of wireless communication concepts or digital signal processing fundamentals.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, debug, and optimize modem firmware/software for LTE and 5G-Advanced protocol stack layers.
  • Develop and maintain real-time embedded software on proprietary RTOS with strict latency and throughput constraints.
  • Collaborate with systems, architecture, and hardware teams on modem bring-up, integration, and performance optimization.
  • Analyze and resolve complex field issues, interoperability problems, and network-specific behaviors using protocol logs and trace tools.
  • Write and maintain unit tests, integration tests, and automation scripts to ensure software quality.
  • Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and technical documentation.

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 Β· 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

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Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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