Location
San Diego, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
11/6/2026
Compensation
$169,800 - $254,600 per year
Job description
As a Qualcomm Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and validating embedded and cloud edge software and applications. You will collaborate with various engineering teams to create system-level software solutions that meet customer needs. This role requires a strong background in software engineering and programming languages. You will also lead design and coding efforts to ensure project specifications and schedules are met.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Software Engineering experience, or a Master's degree with 5+ years, or a PhD with 4+ years.
- 3+ years of work experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Java, or Python.
- 12+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience is preferred.
- 3+ years of experience with Database Management Software.
- 3+ years of experience with APIs.
- 2+ years in a technical leadership role.
- 1+ year of work experience with Git, Perforce, or a Source Code Management System.
Responsibilities
- Leverage advanced software knowledge to design, develop, and validate embedded and cloud edge software.
- Analyze user needs and software requirements to customize sophisticated software for operational efficiency.
- Design and implement software sub-systems for complex, large-scale products and systems.
- Lead design, coding, and testing efforts to ensure project completion to specifications.
- Perform complex code reviews and regression tests, triaging and fixing issues to ensure code quality.
- Collaborate with hardware, systems, and test engineers to design integrated solutions.
- Write detailed technical documentation for complex software projects and review documentation for junior 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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