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Qualcomm • San Diego, California, United States
Salary: $107,000 - $160,600 / year
Role & seniority: Software/Hardware test engineer (seniority not explicitly stated); individual contributor capable of independent planning and execution; multiple positions available.
Stack/tools: 3GPP WWAN knowledge (LTE, 5G NR); end-to-end performance/functional analysis; test methodology design, standardization, validation and execution; cross-functional collaboration with modem systems, software, hardware, and firmware teams; lab and live-network data analysis.
Design, standardize, implement, validate and execute complex test methodologies to commercialize Cellular/WWAN modems.
Perform end-to-end performance and functional analysis of multi-RAT modems; optimize system performance using lab and live-network data.
Act as a strong contributor in design reviews and project meetings; coordinate with modem groups to characterize, certify and commercialize the modem.
Deep knowledge of 3GPP WWAN specs (LTE, 5G NR).
Experience designing and validating complex test methodologies for cellular products.
Strong analytical skills with data-driven optimization; ability to work with cross-functional teams.
Experience with multi-RAT modem architectures (beyond LTE/NR).
Familiarity with modem hardware/firmware integration and certification processes.
Prior involvement in productization or commercialization of wireless modem components.
Location & work type: Location not specified;
Compensation: $107,000.00 - $160,600.00/year
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