Senior System Test Engineer Ultra-Wide Band; UWB
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Software Engineer
Company:
Qualcomm Atheros, Inc.
Job Area:Engineering Group >
Systems Test Engineering
Summary:
Qualcomm Atheros (QCA) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Qualcomm and a leading provider of wireless technologies for the Mobile, Networking, Computing and IOT markets. We are focused on inventing technologies that connect and empower people in ways that are elegant and accessible to all.
Position Summary:We are looking for a Senior Engineer who will be responsible for system testing Ultra Wide Band (UWB) and system for our next‑generation Snapdragon based mobile chipsets. The engineer will be working closely with the development and systems team to characterize, optimize system performance KPIs and various algorithms; understand various specifications, protocols and work toward best‑in‑class interoperability for our products.
Responsibilities:- Develop topologies and methods to characterize system performance for Ultra‑Wide Band (UWB) KPIs like positioning accuracy in an end‑to‑end use case.
- Develop topologies to validate various UWB protocol transactions as required by different use cases such as Car Connectivity Consortium digital key, FiRa ranging, indoor positioning, and mass transit.
- Work on new UWB technology advances & features such as Narrow band Assist Multi‑millisecond (NBA‑MMS) and Monostatic Radar.
- Using Gen‑AI tools develop a software framework to automate all test cases and post‑processing of collected log sets and data.
- Work with the Software and Systems team to optimize algorithms based on the characterization data.
- Participate in various industry interoperability events to identify any interoperability issues.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Systems Test Engineering or related work experience.
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Systems Test Engineering or related work experience.
- PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Systems Test Engineering or related work experience.
- 4+ years of Systems Test Engineering or related work experience.
- Python‑based test automation framework development.
- System test experience in wireless communications and embedded devices.
- System‑level debugging and issue isolation is required.
- Good knowledge of Ultra‑Wide Band (UWB) technology.
- Good knowledge of specifications such as Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) digital key and FiRa consortium specifications for different use cases.
- Good knowledge of Android Java APK development.
- Familiarity with test tools such as packet sniffers, protocol parsers, and RF testers.
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.
Pay Range and Other Compensation & Benefits:$ – $
We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and an opportunity for annual RSU grants. Our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and ther information about benefits can be found on Qualcomm’s careers site.
Contact Information:If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.
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