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Qualcomm Incorporated
Job Area:
Information Technology Group, Information Technology Group > IT Software Developer
General Summary:
This role requires full-time onsite work in San Diego, CA (5 days per week).
Job Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, deploy and maintain API Proxies using Apigee Hybrid and Apigee X.
- Implement API proxies, shared flows, custom policies using Javascript.
- Ensure secure communication using OAuth2, JWT, mTLS, OKTA, Basic Auth.
- Manage API versioning, developer portals and apply API Governance best practices.
- Familiar with OpenAPI/Swagger specs and API documentation.
- Understanding of cloud platforms (GCP and AWS) and Kubernetes.
- Implement traffic management, quotas, caching strategies using Apigee Policies.
- Participate in CI/CD pipeline setup for API deployments using GitHub Actions.
- Monitor API Performance and apply tuning where necessary.
Qualifications
Overall 4-6 Years of experience with Apigee.
Job Requirements:
- 4-6 years of API development and API management in API.
- 4+ hands-on experience with Apigee Hybrid or Apigee X.
- Experience in managing Apigee in multi-region setups.
- Strong expertise in REST API standards and design.
- Proficiency in OAuth2, JWT, TLS/mTLS and traffic management policies.
- Good understanding in Kubernetes, YAML, Helm.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS and GCP).
- Good understanding in APIGEE components (runtime and management plane).
- Experience using AI (web, console, IDE based) to troubleshoot problems and write scripts and code.
- Knowledge of AI concepts (RAG, MCP, A2A, AuthN/Z).
Soft Skills:
- Strong problem solving and debugging skills.
- Excellent communication skills and stakeholder interaction.
- Ability to work with cross-functional teams.
- Must be able to work with other team members around the globe (US, Europe...), to provide required support (sometime during early morning and evening hours).
Minimum Qualifications:
5+ years of IT-relevant work experience with Bachelor's degree in a technical field (e.g., Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems).
OR
7+ years of IT-relevant work experience without a Bachelor’s degree.
- 4+ years of work experience with Full-stack Application Development (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript, etc.).
- 3+ years of work experience with Data Structures, algorithms, and data stores.
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 disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able to 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).
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.
EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.
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.
Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$128,100.00 - $192,100.00
The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.
Company:
Qualcomm Incorporated
Job Area:
Information Technology Group, Information Technology Group > IT Software Developer
General Summary:
This role requires full-time onsite work in San Diego, CA (5 days per week).
Job Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, deploy and maintain API Proxies using Apigee Hybrid and Apigee X.
- Implement API proxies, shared flows, custom policies using Javascript.
- Ensure secure communication using OAuth2, JWT, mTLS, OKTA, Basic Auth.
- Manage API versioning, developer portals and apply API Governance best practices.
- Familiar with OpenAPI/Swagger specs and API documentation.
- Understanding of cloud platforms (GCP and AWS) and Kubernetes.
- Implement traffic management, quotas, caching strategies using Apigee Policies.
- Participate in CI/CD pipeline setup for API deployments using GitHub Actions.
- Monitor API Performance and apply tuning where necessary.
Qualifications
Overall 4-6 Years of experience with Apigee.
Job Requirements:
- 4-6 years of API development and API management in API.
- 4+ hands-on experience with Apigee Hybrid or Apigee X.
- Experience in managing Apigee in multi-region setups.
- Strong expertise in REST API standards and design.
- Proficiency in OAuth2, JWT, TLS/mTLS and traffic management policies.
- Good understanding in Kubernetes, YAML, Helm.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS and GCP).
- Good understanding in APIGEE components (runtime and management plane).
- Experience using AI (web, console, IDE based) to troubleshoot problems and write scripts and code.
- Knowledge of AI concepts (RAG, MCP, A2A, AuthN/Z).
Soft Skills:
- Strong problem solving and debugging skills.
- Excellent communication skills and stakeholder interaction.
- Ability to work with cross-functional teams.
- Must be able to work with other team members around the globe (US, Europe...), to provide required support (sometime during early morning and evening hours).
Minimum Qualifications:
5+ years of IT-relevant work experience with Bachelor's degree in a technical field (e.g., Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems).
OR
7+ years of IT-relevant work experience without a Bachelor’s degree.
- 4+ years of work experience with Full-stack Application Development (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript, etc.).
- 3+ years of work experience with Data Structures, algorithms, and data stores.
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 disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able to 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).
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.
EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.
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.
Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$128,100.00 - $192,100.00
The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.
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Align your portfolio with Qualcomm's stack
Qualcomm's backend roles frequently involve distributed systems, real-time data pipelines, and platform infrastructure at scale. Showcase projects in C++, Python, or Go with measurable performance outcomes before applying, not after you've submitted.
Target roles tied to existing LCA filings
Search the DOL's FLAG system for Qualcomm Labor Condition Applications to identify which Backend Software Developer job titles and locations they've actively sponsored. This tells you where sponsorship infrastructure already exists and hiring is recurring.
Clarify sponsorship scope during recruiter screening
Ask specifically whether the role supports H-1B transfer, new H-1B cap filing, or both. Qualcomm hires at multiple seniority levels, and sponsorship pathways can differ by team and headcount status, so confirming early prevents late-stage surprises.
Use Migrate Mate to surface open Backend roles
Filter for Backend Software Developer positions at Qualcomm that include visa sponsorship by using Migrate Mate's job board, which is curated specifically for international candidates and updated with current sponsorship-confirmed openings.
Prepare for PERM documentation from day one
Qualcomm sponsors EB-2 and EB-3 Green Cards for backend engineers, which requires PERM labor certification through DOL. Start organizing transcripts, employment records, and degree equivalency assessments early since PERM processing alone can take over a year.
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Does Qualcomm sponsor H-1B visas for Backend Software Developers?
Yes, Qualcomm sponsors H-1B visas for Backend Software Developers and has a well-established process for both new cap-subject filings and H-1B transfers. The company also supports H-1B1 for Chilean and Singaporean nationals. Sponsorship eligibility can vary by team and role level, so confirming with the recruiter during the screening stage is the most direct way to verify.
How do I apply for Backend Software Developer jobs at Qualcomm?
Applications go through Qualcomm's careers portal, where Backend Software Developer roles are listed by location and team. Filtering for open positions that match your visa type before applying saves time. Migrate Mate's job board also lists Qualcomm backend roles confirmed for visa sponsorship, which helps narrow your search to positions actively open to international candidates.
Which visa types does Qualcomm commonly use for Backend Software Developer roles?
Qualcomm sponsors H-1B, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, and J-1 visas for Backend Software Developers, along with employment-based Green Cards through EB-2 and EB-3 PERM. TN is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering roles. The right visa depends on your nationality, degree, and where you are in the immigration process.
What qualifications does Qualcomm expect for Backend Software Developer roles?
Qualcomm typically looks for a bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, which also satisfies the specialty occupation requirement for H-1B purposes. Hands-on experience with backend systems, API development, and distributed architectures is standard. Roles tied to hardware or firmware platforms may also require familiarity with embedded systems or low-level programming.
How do I understand the visa sponsorship timeline for a Backend Software Developer role at Qualcomm?
Timeline depends heavily on your current status. F-1 OPT holders can start immediately while the H-1B cap filing is pending, with an October 1 start if selected. H-1B transfers can begin on the filing receipt date. PERM-based Green Card sponsorship, which Qualcomm does offer, runs on a separate multi-year track through DOL and USCIS independent of your work authorization status.
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