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R&D – Embedded Audio Software Development Engineer, Senior

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Chengdu, Sichuan, ChinaSoC / ASICPosted Nov 28, 2025
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Company: Qualcomm China Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering General Summary: Join our China IoT Audio Software Development team and deliver high-quality audio/voice solutions on Qualcomm SoCs for Snapdragon IoT platforms. Skills/Experience • 5+ years of C/C++ software design and development experience on Linux platforms, or 3+ years of audio software engineering experience on Linux platforms is preferred. • Solid understanding of ALSA, Androud Audio HAL and Framework; experience with AudioReach is a plus. • Familiarity with multimedia frameworks such as PulseAudio, PipeWire, GStreamer, NuPlayer, Codec2. • Knowledge of audio interfaces and hardware: I2S, SoundWire, WSA, WCD, Smart PA. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills; proven team player. • Proficiency in both oral and written English. Responsibilities • Audio bring up, debug, and optimize existing audio drivers and software. • Perform issue triage, root cause analysis, and develop investigation strategies. • Design, implement, and validate audio features (e.g. Fluence, KWD, BT/DP/USB audio). • Follow established software processes and contribute to continuous quality improvement. • Coordinate with internal and international teams to resolve issues and deliver solutions. Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience. OR Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience. OR PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field. • 2+ years of academic or work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc. 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). 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. 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. If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.

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Founded in 1985, QUALCOMM is a global semiconductor company, known for designing, manufacturing, and marketing digital wireless communications equipment and services.

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