[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Qualcomm jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Qualcomm · San Diego, CA # #Embedded Software Engineer – Device Driver Development San Diego, California, United States of America $94,200.00 - $141,200.00 Software Engineering Listed on Qualcomm’s official careers site. Posted September 17, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Qualcomm’s careers site →](https://careers.qualcomm.com/careers/job/446718891829) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Qualcomm](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/) / #Embedded Software Engineer – Device Driver Development ## Job description ### Company Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. ### Job Area Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering General Summary: # This position is not eligible for Qualcomm immigration sponsorship. As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. 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. ### Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field. ### Preferred Qualifications - Master's Degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science or related field. - 1+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience. - 1+ years of experience in C and Python - 1+ years of experience in Embedded software development - 1+ year of work experience with Git, Perforce, or Source Code Management System. - Lauterbach Trace32/JTAG debugging - Perforce or other SCM tools - ARM architecture - Embedded software/device driver development for smartphone, Internet of Things (IoT), or other mobile devices - Power management software - Qualcomm products, i.e. MSMs, MDMs, etc. ### Principal Duties and Responsibilities - Leverages advanced Software knowledge and experience to design, develop, create, modify, and validate embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and/or specialized utility programs. - Analyzes user needs, software requirements, and time and cost constraints to design and customize software for optimal operational efficiency. - Designs and implements software modules for large-scale products and systems. - Participates in and leads design, coding, unit testing, debugging, and integration efforts to ensure projects are completed to specifications and schedules. - Performs complex code reviews and regression tests as well as triages and fixes issues to ensure the quality of code. - Collaborates with individuals outside the software function (e.g., Hardware, Systems, and Test engineers) to ensure solutions work with other components of a specific project. - Writes detailed technical documentation for complex Software projects. ### Level of Responsibility - Works independently with minimal supervision. - Provides supervision/guidance to other team members. - Decision-making is significant in nature and affects work beyond immediate work group. - Requires verbal and written communication skills to convey information. May require basic negotiation, influence, tact, etc. - Has a moderate amount of influence over key organizational decisions (e.g., is consulted by senior leadership to make key decisions). - Tasks often require multiple steps which can be performed in various orders; extensive planning, problem-solving, and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively. Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries). ### To 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. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications. ### EEO Employer Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification. Qualcomm 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. ### Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits $94,200.00 - $141,200.00 The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link. If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 17, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Jul 10, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 20, 2026 - Listed for: 102 days - Location: San Diego, California, United States of America - Pay: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00[Apply on Qualcomm’s careers site →](https://careers.qualcomm.com/careers/job/446718891829) ## More jobs at Qualcomm ### [#5G/6G Modem Software Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/4c8673be47cbbc3cbbba/) San Diego, California, United States of America ### [#AI Infrastructure Software Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/b5196362bbcd172b1eff/) San Diego, California, United States of America ### [#Backend Software Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/c1ce32f8fced96b42cfb/) San Diego, California, United States of America ### [#Computer Vision Software Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/7333bf1ea57cdf5112c8/) San Diego, California, United States of America ### [#Display Software Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/11841e2656e1e225604b/) San Diego, California, United States of America ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Software Engineer II – Embedded Software](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/9325424177b18e460029/) BAE Systems · Merrimack, New Hampshire, United States ### [Senior Staff Embedded Device Software Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/marvell-technology/jobs/cd530eb7c88d24a23905/) Marvell Technology · Irvine, CA ### [Embedded Software Engineer - E2](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/e85fa115f60962740773/) Lockheed Martin · Hanover, MD ### [Embedded Software Engineer - E2](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/7715b7028087a3b485d6/) Lockheed Martin · Owego, NY ### [Software Engineer II – Low Level Embedded Software](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/5746c94a8214b16981f2/) BAE Systems · Merrimack, New Hampshire, United States OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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