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Qualcomm · 6 hours ago

Camera Firmware Engineer

positionSan Diego, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry, Mid Level
money$122K/yr - $184K/yr
date2+ years exp

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Camera Firmware Engineer to join their Multimedia Systems Group in San Diego, CA. The role involves embedded low-level camera driver design and development, as well as the end-to-end systems development and commercialization of new camera features and technologies.

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Responsibilities

Embedded low level camera driver design and development, work throughout the firmware life cycle
End-2-end systems development, prototyping and commercialization of new camera features and technologies

Qualification

C/C++ programmingEmbedded system developmentDigital signal processingMicrocontroller architectureImage processing algorithmsQuick learnerSelf-motivated

Required

Strong experience with C/C++ programming is required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience
OR Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience
OR PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
Experienced with microcontroller architecture, RTOS, and/or ARM architecture
Familiar with Android, JTAG, ADB, version control
Strong background in digital signal processing and digital image processing
Exposure to MISRA, ASIL and Automotive safety processes
Quick learner, self-motivated, able to work independently

Preferred

3-5 Years Related Industry Experience Is Preferred
Assembly programming, embedded SW experience and understand fixed-point implementation preferred
Experience with developing and implementing image processing algorithms preferred

Benefits

Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
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
web-link
http://www.qualcomm.com

H1B Sponsorship

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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 & CEO
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Isaac Eteminan
CEO
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