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Qualcomm · 1 month ago

Compiler Software Engineer- QA

positionSan Diego, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry, Mid Level
money$94K/yr - $141K/yr
date2+ years exp

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is focused on developing LLVM-based toolchains and ensuring quality through their DevOps and QA team. The Compiler QA Engineer will design and maintain automated test frameworks, integrate test suites, and drive continuous validation through CI pipelines.

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Responsibilities

Maintain and enhance Qualcomm’s open-source CPULLVM and proprietary compiler toolchains: https://github.com/qualcomm/cpullvm-toolchain
Develop and operate automated build and test infrastructure for global teams
Integrate customer test applications into CI pipelines
Analyze test failures, triage regressions, and report defects
Build scripts and tools to automate build, test, and release processes
Validate compiler correctness, performance, and stability across multiple architectures
Integrate and manage test suites (LLVM test-suite, SPEC benchmarks, internal workloads) into CI pipelines
Deliver assigned components with minimal guidance

Qualification

Compiler QA experiencePython proficiencyBash proficiencyCI/CD tools experienceCompiler toolchains knowledgeLinux system knowledgeContainerized environmentsAnalytical skillsDebugging skillsCommunication skills

Required

2–3 years of experience in compiler QA, test infrastructure, or systems validation
Knowledge of open-source project development and maintenance practices
Strong proficiency in Python and Bash for test automation and tooling
Good understanding of compiler toolchains (LLVM, GCC) and build systems (Make, CMake, Ninja)
Experience with GitHub and CI/CD tools (GitLab CI, Jenkins)
Familiarity with performance benchmarking, test result analysis, and debugging compiler/runtime issues
Strong Linux system knowledge, including shell scripting and debugging tools
Experience with containerized environments (Docker) for scalable test execution
Excellent analytical, debugging, and communication skills
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field

Preferred

Exposure to embedded systems and cross-compilation workflows
Knowledge of cloud infrastructures (AWS, Azure) and container orchestration
Familiarity with sanitizers and compiler runtime libraries

Benefits

Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity for annual RSU grants
Highly competitive benefits package

Company

Qualcomm

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Qualcomm designs wireless technologies and semiconductors that power connectivity, communication, and smart devices.
dateFounded in 1985
location
San Diego, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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http://www.qualcomm.com

H1B Sponsorship

Qualcomm has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.5M
1991-12-20IPO
1988-01-01Undisclosed· $3.5M

Leadership Team

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Cristiano Amon
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Isaac Eteminan
CEO
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