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Staff Software Engineer, Linux Qualcomm San Diego, CA c,cpp,python,bash,linux,arm,docker,yocto,java,iot,us_west,semiconductor 134800 202200
Qualcomm

Staff Software Engineer, Linux

Location Node San Diego, CA (onsite)
Base Compensation USD 134k – USD 202k
Commitment full-time
Clearance Req none
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Overview

Qualcomm is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to drive Linux platform enablement for Qualcomm’s next-generation SoCs. You will join the Linux Platform team to architect, build, and optimize Linux distribution support and infrastructure that empowers internal developers, validation, and product teams.

Responsibilities

  • Drive upstream-oriented Linux platform enablement including image generation, packaging, integration, and CI/CD automation
  • Support major Linux distributions including Debian/Ubuntu and RHEL/Fedora
  • Bridge silicon and firmware enablement with modern open-source distribution standards
  • Support compute, server, embedded, and IoT platforms
  • Debug complex issues spanning kernel, boot, and userspace
  • Design and maintain CI/CD systems using GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or similar
  • Contribute to Linux packaging ecosystems (RPM and/or Debian)
  • Work with Linux boot flows including UEFI, edk2, ACPI, GRUB, and kconfig

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • 4+ years of Software Engineering experience (Bachelor’s), or 3+ years (Master’s), or 2+ years (PhD)
  • 2+ years of experience with C, C++, Java, Python, or similar
  • Advanced Linux experience with ability to debug complex issues spanning kernel, boot, and userspace
  • Proficiency in Bash and Python for automation and tooling
  • Working knowledge of C and C++
  • Deep hands-on experience with one or more major Linux distributions including image creation, packaging, and integration workflows
  • Strong experience with Git and GitHub-based CI/CD workflows
  • Practical knowledge of Linux packaging ecosystems (RPM and/or Debian)
  • Understanding of Linux platform enablement and boot flows (UEFI, edk2, ACPI, GRUB, kconfig)
  • Experience with virtualization and container technologies (QEMU, KVM, Docker) preferred

Variables & Compensation

  • World-class health benefit option covering employees and eligible dependents
  • Financial wellness programs including 401(k) and stock purchase plan
  • Emotional and mental health resources
  • Wellbeing programs supporting work-life balance
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