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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.

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 degree to the role
Qualcomm's Product Software Engineer postings typically require a degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a closely related field. A mismatched degree can complicate your H-1B specialty occupation case, so document any coursework or certifications that bridge the gap before applying.
Target teams building platform software
Qualcomm's Media & Entertainment work spans codec optimization, camera ISP pipelines, and multimedia frameworks. Roles on these platform software teams sponsor more consistently than generalist postings, so filter your search by keywords like 'multimedia,' 'camera,' or 'display driver' to find the strongest matches.
Time your application around H-1B cap deadlines
USCIS opens H-1B registrations in March each year for an October 1 start date. If you're on F-1 OPT, map your OPT expiration against this calendar. A gap longer than your OPT and any available STEM extension window means you'd need to wait for the next cap cycle.
Clarify sponsorship scope during the offer stage
Qualcomm sponsors multiple visa categories, but not every hiring team initiates Green Card sponsorship on the same timeline. Ask your recruiter directly whether PERM labor certification is part of the offer package and at what employment milestone it typically begins for this role.
Use Migrate Mate to surface open roles
Qualcomm posts Product Software Engineer openings across several business units simultaneously. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for Qualcomm roles that include visa sponsorship, so you're only applying to positions where sponsorship is already confirmed rather than inferred from the job description.
Prepare your immigration documents before the offer
Qualcomm's legal team will need your passport, current I-94 record, and any prior visa approvals or denials when preparing the H-1B petition. Having these organized and verified in advance shortens the filing window and reduces back-and-forth delays during onboarding.
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Does Qualcomm sponsor H-1B visas for Product Software Engineers?
Yes. Qualcomm sponsors H-1B visas for Product Software Engineer roles and has done so consistently across its hardware and software divisions. These roles qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS standards given the degree-level requirements in computer science or electrical engineering. Sponsorship is typically confirmed at the offer stage, and Qualcomm's internal immigration team manages the filing process directly.
Which visa types does Qualcomm sponsor for Product Software Engineer roles?
Qualcomm sponsors H-1B and H-1B1 visas for this role, along with F-1 OPT and CPT for students still in their academic programs. TN status is available for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering classifications. For longer-term sponsorship, Qualcomm also supports EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card pathways through the PERM labor certification process, though timing varies by team and level.
How do I apply for Product Software Engineer jobs at Qualcomm?
Applications go through Qualcomm's careers portal, where Product Software Engineer roles are listed by business unit and location. Use Migrate Mate to browse Qualcomm's open Product Software Engineer positions filtered by visa sponsorship, which saves you from applying to roles where sponsorship isn't confirmed. Tailor your resume to highlight platform software experience relevant to Qualcomm's technology areas, such as multimedia frameworks, camera pipelines, or chipset drivers.
What qualifications does Qualcomm expect for Product Software Engineer candidates?
Most Product Software Engineer roles at Qualcomm require a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field. Strong C or C++ skills are common baseline requirements, and roles tied to Media & Entertainment often look for experience with multimedia codecs, display or camera subsystems, or embedded Linux. Industry-level experience with mobile or automotive platforms strengthens your application significantly.
How do I think about the timeline from job offer to starting work on an H-1B?
If you're currently on F-1 OPT, you can begin work as soon as your OPT authorization is valid. An H-1B cap-subject petition needs to be registered in March for an October 1 start. Premium processing from USCIS can reduce the adjudication window to around 15 business days once filed. Plan for at least four to six months between a formal offer and your H-1B status start date if you're going through the cap.
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