Staff Wireless Systems Engineer
QualcommJob Title
Staff Wireless Systems Engineer
Role Summary
Design and validate advanced cellular air interfaces, modem technologies, and related systems. Work within the Cellular Technologies engineering team to develop high-performance wireless systems for commercial products and standards.
Experience Level
Senior - role requires experienced individual who works independently, influences cross-team decisions, and provides technical guidance to other engineers. See Education Requirements for degree and years guidance.
Responsibilities
Primary technical and leadership duties include:
- Research, design, implement, and optimize cellular air interfaces and modem technologies.
- Design and validate wireless systems to meet targets for capacity, coverage, throughput, latency, and power.
- Develop, review, and verify models, code, tests, and simulations for complex features.
- Integrate architecture and systems into standards, chipsets, platforms, or products.
- Produce detailed technical documentation (feature, component, and design descriptions).
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other team members; participate in technical decision-making.
Requirements
Core qualifications and desirable skills. Degrees and formal education details are summarized below.
- Advanced knowledge of cellular technologies and wireless modem systems.
- Proven experience designing, optimizing, and implementing complex wireless systems or modems.
- Experience with modeling, verification, validation, and system integration.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to document complex designs and influence stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to provide guidance to team members.
Nice-to-have:
- Experience programming in C, C++, or Python; background in computer architecture or embedded systems.
- Experience in wireless, semiconductor, or embedded software industries.
- Prior technical leadership experience (with or without direct reports).
Education Requirements
Minimum: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field plus 4+ years of relevant engineering experience; OR Master's degree in those fields plus 3+ years' experience; OR PhD in those fields plus 2+ years' experience. Preferred: Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering. Preferred experience includes programming, computer architecture, or embedded systems and industry experience in wireless/semiconductor.
About the Company
Company: Qualcomm
Headquarters: San Diego, California, United States
Qualcomm is a global leader in semiconductor and telecommunications equipment, specializing in mobile technologies and innovations. Known for its Adreno GPUs, the company provides solutions enabling advancements in mobile gaming, AI, VR/AR, and autonomous driving. Qualcomm's cutting-edge technology and commitment to high-performance, power-efficient designs drive the evolution of mobile graphics and connectivity worldwide.
