
Sr Engineer- Linux Test
Qualcomm • Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Role & seniority: Software Test Engineer (entry to mid-level; requires 1–2+ years depending on degree; PhD/masters possible for reduced experience)
Stack/tools: Linux (Ubuntu), open-source testing; scripting in Lava, Shell, Python; GitHub; open-source workflows (upstream/downstream/mainline); test planning, CI/tools, bug tracking
Top 3 responsibilities
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Develop and execute test plans for Linux-based environments
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Perform functional, integration, and regression testing; troubleshoot issues; document results
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Automate testing processes and collaborate with developers, sysadmins, and stakeholders; maintain detailed reports
Must-have skills
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Linux system testing and troubleshooting
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Experience with Open-source testing environments
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Proficiency in scripting (Python, Shell) and test automation
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GitHub usage and open-source workflows (upstream/downstream/mainline)
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Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and teamwork
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Familiarity with Ubuntu or similar distributions
Nice-to-haves
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Experience testing Linux-based applications in OSS contexts
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Familiarity with source control, CI tools, and bug-tracking tools
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Location & work type: Not specified in job description; additional information needed to determine location and on-site/remote/work-type status
Full Description
Company
- Qualcomm India Private Limited
Job Area
- Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Test Engineering
General Summary
- Develop and execute test plans for Linux-based environments.
- Experience in the Opensource environment testing is needed.
- Perform functional, integration, and regression testing on Linux systems and applications.
- Troubleshoot and analyze issues identified during testing.
- Collaborate with developers, system administrators, and other stakeholders to improve system performance and reliability.
- Document test results and provide detailed reports to project teams.
- Automate testing processes using scripting languages such as Lava, SHell, Python.
- Must possess practical experience with GitHub, along with expertise in open-source workflows, including upstream, downstream, and mainline processes
- Proven experience in Linux system testing and troubleshooting.
- Strong understanding of Linux operating systems, including distributions like Ubuntu.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Test Engineering or related work experience.
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OR
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Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Test Engineering or related work experience.
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OR
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PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
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1+ year of work or academic experience with Software Test or System Test, developing and automating test plans and/or tools (e.g., Source Code Control Systems, Continuous Integration Tools, and Bug Tracking Tools).
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