[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 · Bangalore, India # Engineer, Senior Staff - Linker Developer Bangalore, India Senior individual contributor Software Engineering Listed on Qualcomm’s official careers site. Posted March 26, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Qualcomm’s careers site →](https://careers.qualcomm.com/careers/job/446717664164) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Qualcomm](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/) / Engineer, Senior Staff - Linker Developer ## Job description ### Company Qualcomm India Private Limited ### Job Area Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Engineering General Summary: Are you passionate about toolchains and low-level systems? Do you have deep expertise in linkers and thrive on solving complex challenges in embedded environments? If so, we want you on our team! ### Role Overview Join us in advancing the Qualcomm open-source embedded linker and shaping the future of toolchain technology. This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge embedded systems, improve performance, and contribute to open-source innovation. ### What You’ll Do - Enhance and optimize the Qualcomm open-source linker for embedded platforms. - Collaborate with compiler and runtime teams to deliver a robust, high-performance toolchain. - Contribute to open-source projects and engage with the global developer community. ### What We’re Looking For - Strong expertise in linker internals (ELF, relocation, symbol versioning, memory mapping). - Solid understanding of embedded systems constraints (limited memory, performance-critical environments). - Experience with toolchain development (linkers, loaders, compilers). - Proficiency in C/C++ and familiarity with open-source workflows (Git, CI/CD). ### Bonus Knowledge of Hexagon architecture or similar DSP/embedded platforms. Why Join Us? - Work on high-impact projects that power next-generation embedded systems. - Collaborate with industry-leading engineers in a dynamic, innovative environment. - Contribute to open-source software and make a lasting impact on the developer ecosystem. Prefer candidates with 8-10 years of experience Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience. OR Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience. OR PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience. ### Applicants Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. 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If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Mar 26, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Jul 10, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 20, 2026 - Listed for: 208 days - Location: Bangalore, India[Apply on Qualcomm’s careers site →](https://careers.qualcomm.com/careers/job/446717664164) ## More jobs at Qualcomm ### [AI Model System Software Performance Optimization Engineer - Senior Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/b526c24de91d0a34e504/) Bangalore, India ### [AI Software Engineer – NPU/Hexagon DSP Kernel Optimization](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/a5aea46f73e1cc17c156/) Bangalore, India ### [ARM Server SoC Software & Firmware Systems Engineer (Sr. Staff / Principal)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/391669d9c025b2d014ab/) Bangalore, India ### [C++ Developer / Graphics Engineer / Sr Engineer / Lead Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/6f297f48a47bbf78173e/) Bangalore, India ### [CPU Firmware Developer Engineer (Staff/Sr Staff)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/c465b068c9a498e61389/) Bangalore, India ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Staff Engineer - Platform Developer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thermo-fisher-scientific/jobs/31946c61654b8889e344/) Thermo Fisher Scientific · Bangalore, Karnātaka, India ### [Senior Staff Engineer Cyber Threat Intelligence (Process Developer)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/infineon-technologies/jobs/c4d2294da9fb46e53faf/) Infineon Technologies · Penang ### [Senior Staff Engineer Robotic Software Developer (f/m/div)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/infineon-technologies/jobs/2299ae334f381da08698/) Infineon Technologies · Ilmenau ### [Staff Software Engineer Looker Developer Bengaluru Karnataka India 2C734B09 75F6 469A 982C F03B12466E4F](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/equinix/jobs/35d029f007cf72d02b48/) Equinix ### [Staff Software Engineer Looker Developer Bengaluru Karnataka India Bdfeb14D 6353 4D2F 97A0 277A62078C80](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/equinix/jobs/edd29e59cec80601da8b/) Equinix OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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