Embedded Software Engineer; QGOV Division Top Secret Clearance Desired

Embedded Software Engineer (QGOV Division) - (Top Secret Clearance Highly Desired)

Company:
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Location:

San Diego, CA or Boulder, CO

Job Area:
Engineering Group >
Software Engineering

Applicants must be eligible to obtain a Top-Secret security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.

About QGOV
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Qualcomm Government Technologies (QGOV) partners with U.S. government agencies to deliver cutting‑edge wireless solutions that meet mission‑critical needs. We specialize in secure, high‑performance technologies that leverage Qualcomm’s leadership in mobile innovation.

Position Summary
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We are seeking versatile Embedded Software Engineers to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in embedded software development and cellular technologies, including a comprehensive understanding of 4–5G modem stack layers (L1, L2, RRC, MAC).

• Design, develop, and optimize embedded software for 4‑5G modem systems.
• Collaborate across teams to integrate modem features into secure government platforms.
• Analyze and debug complex issues across the modem stack (L1/L2/RRC/MAC).
• Contribute to architecture decisions and system‑level design.
• Support system bring‑up, integration, and validation in lab and field environments.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of software engineering or related work experience.
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of software engineering or related work experience.
• Ph.D. in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
• 2+ years of academic or work experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

• Prior experience working with government or defense‑related wireless systems.
• Knowledge of 3
  
  GPP specifications and modem architecture.
• Experience with DSP programming and hardware/software co‑design.
• 7+ years of experience in embedded systems and wireless modem development.
• Strong hands‑on experience with 5G modem stack layers.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and real‑time operating systems (RTOS).
• Experience with debugging tools, JTAG, and protocol analyzers.
• Familiarity with secure software development practices and government standards.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be eligible to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.

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Qualcomm also offers a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants. A highly competitive benefits package supports success at work, at home, and r recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer.

Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of company confidential information and other proprietary information.

If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
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Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification.