Embedded Software Senior Engineer- SOC Firmware

A global technology company specializing in semiconductor and telecommunications equipment, leading in mobile technology and chipset solutions.
$111,300 - $166,900
Embedded
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
4+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Embedded Software Senior Engineer- SOC Firmware

Join Qualcomm's Core Platform bootloader team as a Senior Embedded Software Engineer working on SOC Firmware. You'll be part of a team enabling diverse Qualcomm SoCs to boot from ROM firmware to OS entry. The role involves working on system initialization, secure boot authentication, platform configurations, and next-gen memory device driver development.

As a senior engineer, you'll collaborate with multiple software and firmware technology teams, working on cutting-edge embedded systems and low-level firmware that drives hardware and SoC. The position offers exposure to various aspects of embedded development, from bootloader development to device driver implementation.

Qualcomm offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, annual bonus, and RSU grants. The company provides comprehensive benefits including health coverage, retirement benefits, and work-life balance programs. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced embedded software engineers looking to work with leading-edge technology at a global semiconductor leader.

The role requires strong C programming skills, embedded systems experience, and device driver development knowledge. You'll work in San Diego, collaborating with cross-functional teams on complex technical challenges. The position offers growth opportunities working alongside industry experts while contributing to critical firmware infrastructure used in millions of devices worldwide.

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Responsibilities For Embedded Software Senior Engineer- SOC Firmware

  • Design, development and integration of SoC firmware features
  • Coordinate with hardware, ASIC, integration, and architecture teams
  • Debug firmware and platform issues
  • Implement secure coding practices and conduct code reviews
  • Work on system initialization and boot platform development
  • Enable platform and device configurations
  • Develop device drivers for memory and interfaces
  • Collaborate with multiple SW and firmware technology teams

Requirements For Embedded Software Senior Engineer- SOC Firmware

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years experience, or Master's with 1+ year experience, or PhD
  • 4+ years of experience with embedded systems
  • Strong C programming skills
  • Device Driver development experience
  • Strong communication and collaborative skills
  • Experience with Git, Perforce, or Source Code Management System
  • ARM microprocessor architecture knowledge preferred
  • Experience with real-time/embedded programming

Benefits For Embedded Software Senior Engineer- SOC Firmware

Medical Insurance
401k
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Equity
  • Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
  • Annual RSU grants
  • Comprehensive health coverage
  • Financial planning and retirement benefits
  • Mental health and wellbeing support
  • Work-life balance programs

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