Associate Engineer, RF SW

About the Role

Qualcomm is seeking Modem-RF Wireless Software engineers with 0-1 years of experience and knowledge of RF and Digital Communications. The successful candidate will develop and validate software for Qualcomm's Modem-RF Wireless chipsets.

The Modem-RF Software Team

• Develops drivers for Modem-RF Transceivers in collaboration with RF Hardware, Modem/Baseband, and RF ASIC teams.
• Creates, develops, and optimizes Modem and RF Transceiver and Antenna / RF Front End algorithms and software modules to enhance system performance, factory yields, and RF testability.
• Provides Modem-RF Driver expertise for investigations of complex RF and Modem issues in a cross-functional Hardware / Software environment.
• Works closely with physical layer teams to deliver new features and maintain competitive Modem performance.
• Collaborates with RF & Modem Systems, Hardware, and Test Engineering during product development cycles.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, create, modify, and validate embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and/or specialized utility programs.
• Collaborate with systems, hardware, architecture, test engineers, and other teams to design system-level software solutions.
• Obtain information on performance requirements and interfaces.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Strong C programming skills.
• Understanding of RF and/or Communications systems.
• Knowledge of digital communications and RF theory.
• C and/or C++ Software Programming and Debugging skills on embedded real time operating systems/RTOS.
• Good understanding of Software Engineering concepts.
• Good understanding of Wireless communication system.
• Demonstrated working knowledge with HW and RF Test equipment (Protocol Test Equipment, Spectrum Analyzer, Oscilloscope, etc.).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
• Masters or Bachelor's in Electronics and Communication Engineering or equivalent.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Understanding of embedded real time systems is desired.
• Experience in LTE or 5G wireless systems is a plus.
• Knowledge of wireless communication in any of the radio access technologies (e.g. LTE, 5GNR, etc.) is a plus.
• Wireless system knowledge and/or background, applicable to Modem-RF Software, Communication theory and Radio architecture.
• Modem/Communications device driver development experience is an added advantage.
• Good communication skills and be a team player.
• For fresh graduates: Good understanding of C and/or C++, Software Engineering concepts with focus on embedded software, Digital/Wireless Communications, ECE fundamentals and RF Theory.