Embedded Systems & 5G/Government Modem (QGOV Division) - (Top Secret Clearance Highly Desired)

Company
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job Area
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Modem Software Engineering
General Summary
Embedded Systems & 5G/Government Modem (QGOV Division) - (Top Secret Clearance Highly Desired)
Location: San Diego, CA or Boulder, CO
About QGOV
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.
Applicants must be eligible to obtain a Top-Secret security clearance which requires US Citizenship .
Position Summary
Join our team to shape the future of resilient and secure communications! We’re looking for skilled modem engineers to develop cutting-edge modem software for 5G, LTE, Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN), Government Waveforms and Advanced RF Sensing . This role combines advanced embedded systems expertise with government security aspects—ideal for innovators ready to tackle next-generation challenges.
Key Responsibilities

Develop and debug real-time embedded software for modem subsystems (L1/L2/RRC/MAC layers).
Implement and optimize algorithms for various modulation schemes, channel estimation, and other signal processing.
Work on RF calibration, DSP optimization, PHY layer algorithms, and framework bring-up on new silicon platforms—while innovating to overcome contested and link-constrained environments
Collaborate with hardware and systems teams to ensure seamless integration of modem firmware.
Support secure communication protocols.
Perform code reviews, unit testing, and maintain high-quality software documentation.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
5+ years experience in embedded systems and modem software development.
Strong proficiency in C/C++ and real-time programming.
Hands-on experience with Qualcomm modem stacks (Denali/Kili or similar).
Familiarity with 3GPP standards for LTE/5G and NTN.
Knowledge of DSP concepts and signal analyzers/generators.

Preferred Skills

Python scripting for automation and testing.
Experience with Linux/Windows development environments and GIT.
Understanding of secure coding practices.

Why Join Us?
Work on cutting-edge modem technologies powering next-generation secure communication systems for government and defense applications.
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 6+ years of Software Engineering, Embedded Software, or related work experience.

OR
Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of Software Engineering, Embedded Software, or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering, Embedded Software, or related work experience.
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Pay Range And Other Compensation & Benefits
$161,100.00 - $268,400.00
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