Senior Software Engineer – Cambridge, UK

Job title:

Senior Software Engineer – Cambridge, UK

Company

Qualcomm

Job description

Job Description:Company: Qualcomm Technologies International LtdJob Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group
Software EngineeringGeneral Summary:A world leader in smart mobile technologies, Qualcomm offers complete solutions that enable continuous innovation for today’s smart connected devices. Our vast expertise in wireless technology, combined with our unique systems approach to developing solutions, puts Qualcomm at the forefront of the rapidly expanding mobile industry. You will be joining a successful engineering department whose deliveries can be found in billions of Bluetooth and Ultra-wideband (UWB) products worldwide.The VI team are looking for an adaptable, enthusiastic and reliable individual to join our team of skilled engineers in Cambridge. The Team plays a pivotal role in the transfer to production of the company’s Mobile, Voice and Music & IoT products, from the moment when the first pre-production samples are received until devices are first shipped to customers.The successful applicant will work as part of our engineering team on automated test systems and will undertake the development of new software features and releases, as well as technical maintenance and debug of the systems. They will also work on integrating our framework into the wider company environment and tools. The role requires good software skills and may involve working with colleagues across a variety of teams (Software, Systems, Analogue, Digital).PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Development of test software using C#, Java and Python.
• Debugging of software issues with the framework or test code, defining and fixing bugs found.
• Working with other team members to define and develop new automation tools to make testing and debugging more efficient
• Working with other team members to plan testing, development and maintenance ensuring that testing progress is regularly monitored.
• Managing software roll-out across multiple systems
• Managing project-related activities (e.g., meetings, documentation, deliverables) between their team and other teams working on the same or similar products, operating across locations and time zones
• Providing training for new users of the framework and database

Minimum Qualifications: • 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 QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science or related field.
• 2+ years experience with circuit design (e.g., digital, analog, RF).
• 2+ years experience utilizing schematic capture and circuit simulation software.
• 2+ years experience with hardware design and measurement instruments such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, RF tools, etc.
• 1+ years in a technical leadership role with or without direct reports.

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Strong proficiency in software development – C or C++ & Python
• Knowledge of processors such as ARM Cortex and RISCV
• Experience of CI tools such as Jenkins
• Familiarity with hardware drivers

DESIRABLE SKILLS

• Knowledge of multi-threading in Python
• Experience of GUI programming in Python (PyQt, WxPython, Flask)
• Experience of working with SQL databases and query optimization
• Knowledge of transport & debugging standards such as JTAG & UART, Trace32
• On occasion, writing embedded C code for firmware radio control

What’s on OfferApart from working in an open, relaxed and collaborative space, you will enjoy:

• Salary, stock and performance related bonus
• Employee stock purchase scheme
• Pension scheme
• Life, Medical, Income and Travel Insurance
• Enhanced Maternity Leave
• Enhanced Paternity Leave
• Menopause Support
• Education Assistance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Voluntary Health Checks
• Global Wellbeing Days
• Subsidised gym membership
• Bicycle purchase scheme
• Employee run clubs, including, running, football, chess, badminton + many more

We are proud to be a WORK180 endorsed employer, see our range of UK benefits and policies directly at WORK180:Excited about this role, but not sure if you meet 100% of the criteria? We would still like to hear from you and would welcome your application.*References to a particular number of years experience are for indicative purposes only. Applications from candidates with equivalent experience will be considered, provided that the candidate can demonstrate an ability to fulfill the principal duties of the role and possesses the required competencies.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 or call Qualcomm’s toll-free number found . 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).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.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.If you would like more information about this role, please contact .

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Location

Cambridge

Job date

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 06:42:26 GMT

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