To drive our next phase of growth in cellular, 5G/6G, compute, auto, and servers we are expanding ... Engineer will also partner with development teams to create automated test content solutions that ...
To drive our next phase of growth in cellular, 5G/6G, compute, auto, and servers we are expanding ... Engineer will also partner with development teams to create automated test content solutions that ...
RF Test Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
We're looking for a RF Test Engineer to join the Spectacles team! What you'll do: * Develop test ... Understanding the test methodology for wireless standards such as WiFi, Bluetooth, BLE, cellular ...
RF Test Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
We're looking for a RF Test Engineer to join the Spectacles team! What you'll do: * Develop test ... Understanding the test methodology for wireless standards such as WiFi, Bluetooth, BLE, cellular ...
We're looking for a RF Test Engineer to join the Spectacles team! What you'll do: * Develop test ... Understanding the test methodology for wireless standards such as WiFi, Bluetooth, BLE, cellular ...
We're looking for a RF Test Engineer to join the Spectacles team! What you'll do: * Develop test ... Understanding the test methodology for wireless standards such as WiFi, Bluetooth, BLE, cellular ...
RF Test Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
We're looking for a RF Test Engineer to join the Spectacles team! What you'll do: * Develop test ... Understanding the test methodology for wireless standards such as WiFi, Bluetooth, BLE, cellular ...
RF Test Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
We're looking for a RF Test Engineer to join the Spectacles team! What you'll do: * Develop test ... Understanding the test methodology for wireless standards such as WiFi, Bluetooth, BLE, cellular ...
Familiarity with OTA wireless (BLE, cellular, etc.) PCBA test systems a plus.. Efficient and ... engineers (electrical, mechanical, software, manufacturing, etc.). Experience with medium to high ...
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Familiarity with OTA wireless (BLE, cellular, etc.) PCBA test systems a plus.. Efficient and ... engineers (electrical, mechanical, software, manufacturing, etc.). Experience with medium to high ...
This is a fixed term, 12 month contract As a Sr. Wireless System Test Engineer, you will ... In-depth understanding of telecommunications and wireless/cellular systems. * Strong knowledge of ...
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This is a fixed term, 12 month contract As a Sr. Wireless System Test Engineer, you will ... In-depth understanding of telecommunications and wireless/cellular systems. * Strong knowledge of ...
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In the Connectivity, Cellular & Satellite group, you'll be responsible for bringing groundbreaking ... A/Test Engineers in Satellite/ Wi-Fi/Cellular domain with excellent problem solving and ...
In the Connectivity, Cellular & Satellite group, you'll be responsible for bringing groundbreaking ... A/Test Engineers in Satellite/ Wi-Fi/Cellular domain with excellent problem solving and ...
Engineer I, Test
Carlsbad, CA · On-site
$59K - $102K/yr
Currently, we are seeking an Engineer I, Test based in Carlsbad, CA. This is an exciting ... Experience with cellular modems, GPS technology, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth/BLE This position provides ...
Engineer I, Test
Carlsbad, CA · On-site
$59K - $102K/yr
Currently, we are seeking an Engineer I, Test based in Carlsbad, CA. This is an exciting ... Experience with cellular modems, GPS technology, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth/BLE This position provides ...
Engineer I, Test
Carlsbad, CA · Hybrid
$102K/yr
Currently, we are seeking an Engineer I, Test based in Carlsbad, CA. This is an exciting ... Experience with cellular modems, GPS technology, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth/BLE This position provides ...
Engineer I, Test
Carlsbad, CA · Hybrid
$102K/yr
Currently, we are seeking an Engineer I, Test based in Carlsbad, CA. This is an exciting ... Experience with cellular modems, GPS technology, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth/BLE This position provides ...
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Cellular System Test Engineering General Summary: As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to drive the evolution of ...
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Cellular System Test Engineering General Summary: As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to drive the evolution of ...
... test methods We prefer: * Comfortable with working on hardware and supporting engineering in ... Deep understanding of cellular protocol stack from PHY/MAC to higher layers * Knowledge of antenna ...
... test methods We prefer: * Comfortable with working on hardware and supporting engineering in ... Deep understanding of cellular protocol stack from PHY/MAC to higher layers * Knowledge of antenna ...
Wireless System Automation and Test Engineer
Irvine, CA · On-site
$49.50 - $65.25/hr
Strong knowledge of wireless communication systems, with emphasis on WiFi; cellular technologies experience is a plus.Strong programming skills in Python, Shell scripting, and/or C/C++/C# for test ...
Wireless System Automation and Test Engineer
Irvine, CA · On-site
$49.50 - $65.25/hr
Strong knowledge of wireless communication systems, with emphasis on WiFi; cellular technologies experience is a plus.Strong programming skills in Python, Shell scripting, and/or C/C++/C# for test ...
Senior Embedded Test Engineer
$125K - $145K/yr
Find root causes and work with engineers to ensure closure. * Develop and maintain automation ... Experience with wireless networking test protocols - Cellular, BLE, WiFi * Experience using Git ...
Senior Embedded Test Engineer
$125K - $145K/yr
Find root causes and work with engineers to ensure closure. * Develop and maintain automation ... Experience with wireless networking test protocols - Cellular, BLE, WiFi * Experience using Git ...
Senior Embedded Test Engineer
Brisbane, CA · On-site
$125K - $145K/yr
Find root causes and work with engineers to ensure closure. * Develop and maintain automation ... Experience with wireless networking test protocols - Cellular, BLE, WiFi * Experience using Git ...
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Senior Embedded Test Engineer
Brisbane, CA · On-site
$125K - $145K/yr
Find root causes and work with engineers to ensure closure. * Develop and maintain automation ... Experience with wireless networking test protocols - Cellular, BLE, WiFi * Experience using Git ...
Senior Embedded Test Engineer
Brisbane, CA · On-site
$125K - $145K/yr
Find root causes and work with engineers to ensure closure. * Develop and maintain automation ... Experience with wireless networking test protocols - Cellular, BLE, WiFi * Experience using Git ...
Senior Embedded Test Engineer
Brisbane, CA · On-site
$125K - $145K/yr
Find root causes and work with engineers to ensure closure. * Develop and maintain automation ... Experience with wireless networking test protocols - Cellular, BLE, WiFi * Experience using Git ...
Senior Wireless Test Engineer
Mountain View, CA · On-site
$177K - $218K/yr
... test methods We prefer: * Comfortable with working on hardware and supporting engineering in ... Deep understanding of cellular protocol stack from PHY/MAC to higher layers * Knowledge of antenna ...
Senior Wireless Test Engineer
Mountain View, CA · On-site
$177K - $218K/yr
... test methods We prefer: * Comfortable with working on hardware and supporting engineering in ... Deep understanding of cellular protocol stack from PHY/MAC to higher layers * Knowledge of antenna ...
Senior Wireless Test Engineer
Mountain View, CA · On-site
$177K - $218K/yr
... test methods We prefer: * Comfortable with working on hardware and supporting engineering in ... Deep understanding of cellular protocol stack from PHY/MAC to higher layers * Knowledge of antenna ...
Senior Wireless Test Engineer
Mountain View, CA · On-site
$177K - $218K/yr
... test methods We prefer: * Comfortable with working on hardware and supporting engineering in ... Deep understanding of cellular protocol stack from PHY/MAC to higher layers * Knowledge of antenna ...
Senior Wireless Test Engineer
Fremont, CA · On-site
$177K - $218K/yr
... test methods We prefer: * Comfortable with working on hardware and supporting engineering in ... Deep understanding of cellular protocol stack from PHY/MAC to higher layers * Knowledge of antenna ...
Senior Wireless Test Engineer
Fremont, CA · On-site
$177K - $218K/yr
... test methods We prefer: * Comfortable with working on hardware and supporting engineering in ... Deep understanding of cellular protocol stack from PHY/MAC to higher layers * Knowledge of antenna ...
Cellular 4G/5G System Performance Engineer
$171K - $302K/yr
As a Cellular 4G/5G System Performance Engineer, you will be at the center of the embedded 5G/4G ... Extensive experience and knowledge of various 4G/5G signaling and physical layer test equipment ...
Cellular 4G/5G System Performance Engineer
$171K - $302K/yr
As a Cellular 4G/5G System Performance Engineer, you will be at the center of the embedded 5G/4G ... Extensive experience and knowledge of various 4G/5G signaling and physical layer test equipment ...
Cellular 4G/5G System Performance Engineer
$171K - $302K/yr
As a Cellular 4G/5G System Performance Engineer, you will be at the center of the embedded 5G/4G ... Extensive experience and knowledge of various 4G/5G signaling and physical layer test equipment ...
Cellular 4G/5G System Performance Engineer
$171K - $302K/yr
As a Cellular 4G/5G System Performance Engineer, you will be at the center of the embedded 5G/4G ... Extensive experience and knowledge of various 4G/5G signaling and physical layer test equipment ...
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| Aspect | Cellular Test Engineer | RF Test Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related; certifications like FCC or RF testing certifications | Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering; RF certifications often preferred |
| Work Environment | Testing labs, R&D departments, field testing for cellular devices | Testing labs, RF labs, manufacturing facilities, field testing |
| Industry Usage | Telecommunications, mobile device manufacturing, network providers | Wireless communications, telecom, RF component manufacturing |
| Common Search/Comparison | Cellular Test Engineer vs RF Test Engineer |
The Cellular Test Engineer focuses on testing cellular devices and networks, ensuring compatibility with cellular standards. The RF Test Engineer specializes in radio frequency testing, which includes a broader range of wireless technologies. While both roles require knowledge of RF principles and certifications, the Cellular Test Engineer is more specific to cellular technologies, whereas the RF Test Engineer covers a wider spectrum of wireless systems.

Qualcomm rating
9.6
Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
5th of 188 rated software companies
Job description
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Hardware Engineering
General Summary:
QUALCOMM Technologies Inc. is the world leader in supplying integrated circuit solutions for cellular wireless standards, automobile, compute, server, iot, xr/vr, robotics and it is a world-class fabless semiconductor company. The key to QTI's success is the ability to deliver to our customers complete optimized wireless platforms incorporating protocol, hardware and software with high quality, on schedule. To drive our next phase of growth in cellular, 5G/6G, compute, auto, and servers we are expanding the System Level Test group.
At SLT our vision is "To Design, Develop & Deliver (3D's) best-in-class system test solutions to exceed every Customer's Quality goal at lowest Cost using the most advanced technologies of silicon industry". The system level test group is responsible to stress and break the system on Qualcomm leading-edge Snapdragon products in the most advanced processes. In this role you will be member of a team working on IC design review, IC hardware testing, software development, system engineering, and customer applications.
Responsibilities for this position include working with engineering teams for early-stage silicon bring-up and post-silicon validation efforts, testing and characterization of hardware with system software, verification of device performance at various operating conditions (voltage, process, temperature). Engineer will also partner with development teams to create automated test content solutions that stress the SoC (functional, performance, stability and benchmarks) across mobile, compute, automobile, server, and modem chipsets at various operating conditions. Engineer is expected to work with core teams to understand chipset architecture, define test board design requirements, deliver NPI and production test solutions. Responsibilities will also include validating new system level testers for our product roadmap.
Work will also include working with team project leads to develop effective production screens for system level issues. The individual selected for the position, needs to be proactive, able to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment, enthusiastic to work at times as an individual contributor and be passionate about delivering quality work.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 3+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 8+ years of experience with System / SW / bench testing, preferably in the mobile devices/microprocessor industry.
- Working knowledge of Android Architecture, Android Boot process, Kernel, Core BSP and Android Performance.
- Ability to analyze specifications, HW schematics/data sheets, and developing test cases for SOCs (System-on-Chip).
- Hands-on skills in the following areas: Bench characterization, new instrument evaluations and production solution development.
- Experience with characterizing Processors, Graphics, Memory, Thermal and Power performance of SOCs.
- Experience as an engineering lead driving development of low-cost test solutions.
- Experience in defining test requirements and driving customer quality improvement initiatives.
- Background in semiconductor engineering, manufacturing process, wireless standards and a background in the design and test of wireless products.
- Experience in working with global teams, have strong problem-solving abilities and communication skills.
- Experience with using measurement equipment e.g. Oscilloscopes, Power Supplies, Wireless Network Simulators.
- Hands-on debugging/triaging experience using Android debugging tools and/or using JTAG Lauterbach/Trace32.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in C#, .NET Framework, C/C++, Python.
- Experience with characterizing Processors, Graphics, Memory, Thermal and Power performance of SOCs.
- Experience working with Perforce, GIT, or other Source Control SW.
- SW development exposure to Android/Windows/Linux platform.
- Embedded SW development / FPGA programming.
Education Requirements
- Required: Bachelor's, Electrical Engineering
- Preferred: Master's, Electrical or Computer Science / Engineering.
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).
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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:
$134,800.00 - $202,200.00
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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Qualcomm is enabling a world where everyone and everything can be intelligently connected. You interact with products and technologies made possible by Qualcomm every day, including 5G-enabled smartphones that double as pro-level cameras and gaming devices, smarter vehicles and cities, and the technology behind the smart, connected factories that manufactured your latest purchase. Our powerful connectivity solutions keep you connected—even in remote areas. Qualcomm 5G and AI innovations are the power behind the connected intelligent edge. You’ll find our technologies behind and inside the innovations that deliver significant value across multiple industries and to billions of people every day.
Industry
Technology, communication and media
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
San Diego, CA, US
Year founded
1985