System Integration & Test Engineer

Qualcomm • San Diego, CA

2d • $107,000 - $160,600 • Onsite

About The Position

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking a motivated System Integration & Test (SI&T) Engineer to join their Wireless R&D Wireless Research team in San Diego. As a member of the System Integration & Test Team, the engineer will be responsible for building cutting-edge end-to-end prototype systems for wireless technologies such as 6G, 5G NR Sub6 & mmW, and applying AI/ML techniques. These prototype systems focus on proof of concept and key feature development in 6G. The candidate will contribute to key research and development topics in mobile wireless, working with world-class engineering teams to shape the future of wireless communication. SI&T team members interact closely with systems engineers, software/hardware developers, and RF engineers to test and evaluate the end-to-end prototypes. This includes defining test objectives, writing test plans, executing tests, troubleshooting, and performing detailed post-processing analysis. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in testing, enjoy working in a lab environment, drive testing (Over the Air testing), be proactive, and have a hands-on approach to work assignments. Candidates must have a great interest in new technologies and a willingness to learn. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required, and candidates must be able to work well with others in a technical environment. Some travel for tradeshows and demos may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Strong interest in testing.
• Enjoy working in a lab environment.
• Proactive and have a hands-on approach to work assignments.
• Great interest in new technologies and a willingness to learn.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well with others in a technical environment.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of 5G NR PHY, MAC, RLC, PDCP, RRC protocols.
• Knowledge of OFDMA, Wi-Fi and LTE.
• Good understanding of Digital and Wireless communication systems.
• Experience with test equipment such as Channel emulators, Spectrum analyzers and Signal generators.
• Programming skills in Python/MATLAB.
• Knowledge of AI/ML concepts (Deep learning, LLM transformer architecture) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Building cutting-edge end-to-end prototype systems for wireless technologies such as 6G, 5G NR Sub6 & mmW, and applying AI/ML techniques.
• Testing and evaluating end-to-end prototypes.
• Defining test objectives.
• Writing test plans.
• Executing tests.
• Troubleshooting.
• Performing detailed post-processing analysis.
• Driving testing (Over the Air testing).

Benefits

• Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
• Opportunity for annual RSU grants
• Highly competitive benefits package designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play.

What This Job Offers

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