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As a Qualcomm Software Engineer, you will design, develop, create, modify, and validate embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and/or specialized utility programs that launch cutting-edge, world class products that meet and exceed customer needs. Qualcomm Software Engineers collaborate with systems, hardware, architecture, test engineers, and other teams to design system-level software solutions and obtain information on performance requirements and interfaces.\nMinimum Qualifications:\n• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.Job Description\nQualcomm is looking for Modem-RF Wireless SW engineers at levels with 0-1 yrs of experience, with knowledge of RF and Digital Communications. The candidate will develop and validate the software for Qualcomm's Modem-RF Wireless chipsets.\nThe Modem-RF Software Team at Qualcomm India:\nDevelops drivers for the leading Modem-RF Transceivers in close collaboration with RF Hardware, Modem/Baseband and RF ASIC teams. This is at the core of the Qualcomm’s Communication System solution.\n\nCreates, Develops and Optimizes Modem and RF Transceiver and Antenna / RF Front End algorithms and Software modules to improve System performance, Factory yields and RF Testability.\n\nProvide Modem-RF Driver expertise to investigations of complex RF and Modem issues in a cross-functional Hardware / Software working environment.\n\nWorks closely with the physical layer teams in delivering new features to keep Qualcomm Modem performance competitive in the evolving marketplace.\n\nCollaborates closely with RF & Modem Systems, Hardware and Test Engineering during the cycles of product development.\n\nEducation Requirements\nMasters or Bachelor's in Electronics and Communication Engineering or equivalent\nMinimum / Preferred Qualifications\nThe position requires strong C programming skills with an understanding of RF and/Or Communications systems. The candidate should have the knowledge of digital communications and RF theory. An understanding of embedded real time systems is desired. Experience in LTE or 5G wireless systems is a plus. Must have good communication skills and be a team player.\n\nC and/Or C++ Software Programming and Debugging skills on Embedded real time operating systems/RTOS.\n\nShould have a good understanding of the Software Engineering concepts.\n\nRequires a good understanding of the Wireless communication system.\n\nKnowledge of wireless communication in any of the radio access technologies (e.g. LTE, 5GNR, etc.) is a plus.\n\nWireless system knowledge and/or background, applicable to Modem-RF Software, Communication theory and Radio architecture.\n\nModem/Communications device driver development experience is an added advantage.\n\nDemonstrated working knowledge with HW and RF Test equipment (Protocol Test Equipment, Spectrum Analyzer, Oscilloscope, etc.).\n\nFresh grads need to have a good understanding of C and/or C++, Software Engineering concepts with focus on embedded software, Digital/Wireless Communications, ECE fundamentals and RF Theory.\n\nApplicants: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. 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We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).\nQualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.\nTo all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies:Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. 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