Qualcomm · 2 hours ago
PCIe & CXL Embedded Software Engineer, Staff
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$135K/yr - $202K/yr
7+ years expQualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Staff Embedded Software Engineer to join their PCIe software team. The role involves developing firmware and drivers for next-generation chipsets, focusing on PCIe and CXL subsystems, and working closely with hardware and architecture teams to optimize software performance and power.
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Responsibilities
Design, develop, debug, and commercialize embedded firmware and drivers for PCIe and CXL subsystems
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless hardware-software integration
Optimize software for performance, power efficiency, and reliability
Contribute to architectural discussions and future chipset planning
Develop low-level software and ensure compliance with industry standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience
OR Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience
OR PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field
2+ years of academic or work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc
Preferred
Deep, Hands-on expertise in CXL and PCIe technologies
Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
7+ years of experience in embedded software development
Strong proficiency in C programming
Experience with real-time operating systems and embedded platforms
Familiarity with ACPI, UEFI, Linux, and Zephyr
Proven ability to write standards-compliant software
Demonstrated success in performance and power optimization
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and collaboration abilities across diverse engineering teams
Benefits
Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity for annual RSU grants
Highly competitive benefits package
Company
Qualcomm
Qualcomm designs wireless technologies and semiconductors that power connectivity, communication, and smart devices.
10001+ employees
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