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Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering
General Summary:
As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm Software Engineer, you will design, develop, create, modify, and validate embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and/or specialized utility programs that launch cutting-edge, world class products that meet and exceed customer needs. Qualcomm Software Engineers collaborate with systems, hardware, architecture, test engineers, and other teams to design system-level software solutions and obtain information on performance requirements and interfaces.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 8+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 7+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
4+ years of work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.
Qualcomm is a company of inventors that unlocked 5G ushering in an age of rapid acceleration in connectivity and new possibilities that will transform industries, create jobs, and enrich lives. But this is just the beginning. It takes inventive minds with diverse skills, backgrounds, and cultures to transform 5G's potential into world-changing technologies and products. This is the Invention Age - and this is where you come in.
General Summary:
As a SoC RAS and Manageability Controller FW Developer, you are responsible for working with a team on the enablement of the SoC and Platform management solution for Qualcomm's upcoming products. You will collaborate internally to help define and implement embedded firmware to manage the error, debug and telemetry management features for the Qualcomm SoCs across many verticals. You will also participate in various other aspects of the management controller firmware development, including power management, boot, RAS, debug, security and runtime services.
In SoC Management Controller FW developer role you will be working closely both with the hardware and firmware development teams. You will have an opportunity to engage with third parties on enablement of new platforms, as well as providing input to our SoC and platform architects on future designs.
Role and Responsibilities:
Drive the complete firmware development lifecycle through design, development, debug and verification, in pre-silicon and post-silicon environments.
Develop core firmware stack, utilizing an RTOS, that provides the essential services and frameworks to various algorithms running on the power management controller.
Assist in defining Reliability, Availability and Serviceability solutions for future generation of Qualcomm CPUs.
Actively engage with open-source communities to contribute support for processor architectures, device drivers, and firmware features.
Collaborate with team members and other teams on silicon and platform bring-up, debug and diagnostics.
Assist in identifying skills requirements and in hiring engineers.
Preferred Qualifications
BS/BEng in Electrical, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science (or equivalent professional experience) with 8 years' experience in embedded firmware development.
Familiarity with Error reporting and manageability requirements on a datacenter server platform.
Familiarity with ARM RAS specification, ARM CPU RAS extensions, and Software components (SDEI, APEI, UEFI CPER) specifications is preferred.
Self-starter who takes initiative and brings technical leadership.
Proficient writing and debugging C and assembly.
Driver development experience in RTOS or OS Kernel environments.
Demonstrated development experience with embedded OSes such as Zephyr, eCos, uC/OS or FreeRTOS.
Experience developing and debugging in pre-silicon environments including simulators and FPGA emulation.
Experience defining interprocessor communication interfaces between embedded controllers and the platform.
Familiarity with ARM v8 architecture. Development experience for an ARMV8 platform is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
Frequently transports between offices, buildings, and campuses up to ½ mile.
Frequently transports and installs equipment up to 5 lbs.
Performs required tasks at various heights (e.g., standing or sitting).
Monitors and utilizes computers and test equipment for more than 6 hours a day.
* Continuous communication which includes the comprehension of information with colleagues, customers, and vendors both in person and remotely.
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 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:
$211,800.00 - $317,800.00
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 Technologies, Inc.
Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering
General Summary:
As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm Software Engineer, you will design, develop, create, modify, and validate embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and/or specialized utility programs that launch cutting-edge, world class products that meet and exceed customer needs. Qualcomm Software Engineers collaborate with systems, hardware, architecture, test engineers, and other teams to design system-level software solutions and obtain information on performance requirements and interfaces.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 8+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 7+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
4+ years of work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.
Qualcomm is a company of inventors that unlocked 5G ushering in an age of rapid acceleration in connectivity and new possibilities that will transform industries, create jobs, and enrich lives. But this is just the beginning. It takes inventive minds with diverse skills, backgrounds, and cultures to transform 5G's potential into world-changing technologies and products. This is the Invention Age - and this is where you come in.
General Summary:
As a SoC RAS and Manageability Controller FW Developer, you are responsible for working with a team on the enablement of the SoC and Platform management solution for Qualcomm's upcoming products. You will collaborate internally to help define and implement embedded firmware to manage the error, debug and telemetry management features for the Qualcomm SoCs across many verticals. You will also participate in various other aspects of the management controller firmware development, including power management, boot, RAS, debug, security and runtime services.
In SoC Management Controller FW developer role you will be working closely both with the hardware and firmware development teams. You will have an opportunity to engage with third parties on enablement of new platforms, as well as providing input to our SoC and platform architects on future designs.
Role and Responsibilities:
Drive the complete firmware development lifecycle through design, development, debug and verification, in pre-silicon and post-silicon environments.
Develop core firmware stack, utilizing an RTOS, that provides the essential services and frameworks to various algorithms running on the power management controller.
Assist in defining Reliability, Availability and Serviceability solutions for future generation of Qualcomm CPUs.
Actively engage with open-source communities to contribute support for processor architectures, device drivers, and firmware features.
Collaborate with team members and other teams on silicon and platform bring-up, debug and diagnostics.
Assist in identifying skills requirements and in hiring engineers.
Preferred Qualifications
BS/BEng in Electrical, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science (or equivalent professional experience) with 8 years' experience in embedded firmware development.
Familiarity with Error reporting and manageability requirements on a datacenter server platform.
Familiarity with ARM RAS specification, ARM CPU RAS extensions, and Software components (SDEI, APEI, UEFI CPER) specifications is preferred.
Self-starter who takes initiative and brings technical leadership.
Proficient writing and debugging C and assembly.
Driver development experience in RTOS or OS Kernel environments.
Demonstrated development experience with embedded OSes such as Zephyr, eCos, uC/OS or FreeRTOS.
Experience developing and debugging in pre-silicon environments including simulators and FPGA emulation.
Experience defining interprocessor communication interfaces between embedded controllers and the platform.
Familiarity with ARM v8 architecture. Development experience for an ARMV8 platform is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
Frequently transports between offices, buildings, and campuses up to ½ mile.
Frequently transports and installs equipment up to 5 lbs.
Performs required tasks at various heights (e.g., standing or sitting).
Monitors and utilizes computers and test equipment for more than 6 hours a day.
* Continuous communication which includes the comprehension of information with colleagues, customers, and vendors both in person and remotely.
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 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:
$211,800.00 - $317,800.00
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Principal Engineer
Document your specialized credentials before applying
Principal Engineer roles typically require a bachelor's degree in engineering plus progressive leadership experience. Gather transcripts, credential evaluations for foreign degrees, and written evidence of scope, patents, architecture decisions, or technical publications strengthen your PERM and I-140 petition significantly.
Target employers with established PERM filing history
Not every company sponsoring H-1B visa workers will commit to the multi-year PERM process. Search DOL PERM disclosure data to identify employers who have filed PERM applications for Principal Engineer or Staff Engineer titles recently, signaling they understand the timeline and costs involved.
Use Migrate Mate to find green card sponsoring roles
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Clarify the EB-2 versus EB-3 track early in negotiations
Your employer chooses the category, but the choice affects your priority date and wait time. If your role requires a master's degree or you have a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience, push for EB-2 classification during the offer stage, not after PERM is filed.
Understand the prevailing wage before your offer is finalized
PERM requires your employer to pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your job zone and location. Check the OFLC Wage Search for Principal Engineer wages in your metro area so you can identify whether an offer meets the DOL threshold before you accept.
Track your PERM audit risk during the recruitment phase
PERM requires your employer to run a compliant recruitment campaign. Roles with very narrow requirements or where your qualifications closely mirror the job description face higher audit scrutiny. USCIS and DOL both scrutinize cases where the posting appears tailored to a specific foreign worker.
Green Card Principal Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Principal Engineers?
H-1B sponsorship grants temporary work authorization, typically in three-year increments, and is subject to an annual lottery. PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no renewal cycle and no cap lottery at the EB-3 level for most countries. The trade-off is timeline: PERM plus I-140 approval typically takes one to three years before you reach adjustment of status, and Indian and Chinese nationals face additional priority date backlogs at the EB-2 and EB-3 levels.
Does a Principal Engineer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Principal Engineer roles almost always qualify for EB-2 because the position routinely requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus substantial progressive experience in engineering. EB-3 remains an option if the employer prefers that track or if your qualifications fit the skilled worker category. The determining factors are the minimum requirements stated in the PERM job description and the credentials you hold, not the job title alone.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a green card for a Principal Engineer position?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by employment-based green card sponsorship history, letting you identify companies that have already committed to PERM filings for engineering roles. Looking at an employer's past DOL PERM filings through public disclosure data also tells you whether they have a track record of following through on sponsorship commitments rather than withdrawing after an offer.
What does the PERM process require from a Principal Engineer candidate?
Your employer files the PERM application with DOL, but you'll need to supply academic credentials, a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the United States, and documentation of any progressive experience that substitutes for a formal degree requirement. DOL audits are more common for senior engineering roles, so organizing employment verification letters, pay stubs, and project documentation early in the process reduces delays.
Can I switch employers during the PERM or green card process?
Changing employers restarts the PERM process because the sponsorship is tied to a specific employer and job description. However, once your I-140 petition is approved and your priority date is current or within 180 days of an adjustment of status application, you may be able to port to a similar role at a new employer under AC21 portability rules. Principal Engineer and Staff Engineer positions are generally close enough in scope to qualify for portability.