PCIe & CXL Embedded Software Engineer, Staff jobs in United States
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Qualcomm · 8 hours ago

PCIe & CXL Embedded Software Engineer, Staff

positionSan Diego, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
money$135K/yr - $202K/yr
date7+ years exp

Qualcomm 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

CXL technologyPCIe technologyEmbedded software developmentC programmingReal-time operating systemsLinuxJavaPythonACPIUEFIZephyrAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsCollaboration skills

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

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

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.5M
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1988-01-01Undisclosed· $3.5M

Leadership Team

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Cristiano Amon
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Isaac Eteminan
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