Embedded Systems & 5G/Government Modem (QGOV Division) - (Top Secret Clearance Highly Desired)

Qualcomm • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

Embedded Systems & 5G/Government Modem (QGOV Division) - (Top Secret Clearance Highly Desired)
Location: San Diego, CA or Boulder, CO
About QGOV
Qualcomm Government Technologies (QGOV) partners with U.S. government agencies to deliver cutting-edge wireless solutions that meet mission-critical needs. We specialize in secure, high-performance technologies that leverage Qualcomm’s leadership in mobile innovation.
Applicants must be eligible to obtain a Top-Secret security clearance which requires US Citizenship.
Position Summary:
Join our team to shape the future of resilient and secure communications! We’re looking for skilled modem engineers to develop cutting-edge modem software for 5G, LTE, Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN), Government Waveforms and Advanced RF Sensing. This role combines advanced embedded systems expertise with government security aspects—ideal for innovators ready to tackle next-generation challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years experience in embedded systems and modem software development.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ and real-time programming.
• Hands-on experience with Qualcomm modem stacks (Denali/Kili or similar).
• Familiarity with 3GPP standards for LTE/5G and NTN.
• Knowledge of DSP concepts and signal analyzers/generators.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering, Embedded Software, or related work experience.
• Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 3+ years of Software Engineering, Embedded Software, or related work experience.
• PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering, Embedded Software, or related work experience.

Nice To Haves

• Python scripting for automation and testing.
• Experience with Linux/Windows development environments and GIT.
• Understanding of secure coding practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and debug real-time embedded software for modem subsystems (L1/L2/RRC/MAC layers).
• Implement and optimize algorithms for various modulation schemes, channel estimation, and other signal processing.
• Work on RF calibration, DSP optimization, PHY layer algorithms, and framework bring-up on new silicon platforms—while innovating to overcome contested and link-constrained environments
• Collaborate with hardware and systems teams to ensure seamless integration of modem firmware.
• Support secure communication protocols.
• Perform code reviews, unit testing, and maintain high-quality software documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level