Summer Intern- WiFi Physical Firmware Engineer

Job Title

Summer Intern- WiFi Physical Firmware Engineer

Role Summary

The role involves working with Qualcomm's Wi-Fi Physical Layer Firmware team, focusing on PHY-layer firmware design, verification, or validation. Interns will gain hands-on experience with advanced wireless communication systems and modern software development methodologies.

Experience Level

Internship - Currently pursuing a BS/MS in relevant engineering fields.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Contributing to the design and development of Wi-Fi PHY-layer firmware.
• Performing PHY-layer verification, test development, debugging, and optimization.
• Building verification methodologies, automation flows, and reusable test components.
• Supporting bring-up, validation, and analysis on various platforms.
• Utilizing AI-assisted development tools to enhance development efficiency.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams across firmware, algorithm, design, and validation.

Requirements

Must-have qualifications include:

• Currently pursuing a BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong programming skills in C and Python.
• Solid understanding of embedded systems and low-level software concepts.
• Effective communication skills in English.
• Basic familiarity with AI-assisted coding tools.

Nice-to-have qualifications include:

• Knowledge of IEEE 802.11 standards and wireless communication fundamentals.
• Understanding of networking protocols such as TCP/IP.
• Experience with silicon bring-up or hardware validation.
• Familiarity with modern AI technologies.

Education Requirements

Currently pursuing a BS/MS in a relevant engineering field is required.

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.