R&D – IoT Linux Software Staff Engineer

Company: Qualcomm China Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering General Summary: As part of the Qualcomm China engineering team focused on Robotics, Drones, Wearable, and Action Camera products, we are looking for a technically strong and self-driven Linux engineer to lead and execute complex software projects. This role spans the full Linux software stack—from bootloader and kernel to platform-level services and system performance optimization. You will take ownership of project-level execution, drive innovation, and collaborate across global teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Strong communication, problem-solving, and cross-functional coordination skills are essential. Key Responsibilities: • Lead technical execution of Linux-based projects • Design and develop Linux system components including bootloaders, kernel modules, device drivers, and platform-level features. • Conducting in-depth requirement analysis and proposing optimal technical solutions. • Collaborating with cross-functional and international teams to ensure successful project outcomes. • Explore and prototype new technologies such as virtualization (KVM, Xen), containerization (Docker, LXC) on embedded Linux. • Collaborate with global software, hardware, and product teams to ensure alignment and timely delivery. • Communicate effectively across teams, clearly articulating technical challenges, solutions, and progress. • Driving technical roadmaps, architecture decisions, and execution strategies. Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years or Master’s degree with 7+ years of embedded Linux platform development hands-on experience. • Strong proficiency in C and C++. • Familiarity with ARM CPU architecture and instruction sets. • Solid experience with Linux kernel and platform development, including bootloader, device tree, driver bring-up, systemd. • Deep understanding of Linux internals: memory management, scheduler, locking mechanisms, and block device drivers. • Strong debugging skills using GDB, trace tools, and JTAG. • Strong problem-solving mindset, with the ability to adapt to fast-changing environments and deliver optimal solutions. • Fluent in both English and Mandarin (spoken and written), with a rigorous and professional communication style. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with embedded Linux distributions such as Ubuntu, Debian, Yocto, or Android OS. • Background in Robotics, Drones, Camera, IOT product development. • Proven ability to lead technical projects from concept to delivery. • Experience mentoring junior engineers or leading technical collaboration within a team. • Exposure to emerging technologies such as virtualization, containers, or AI on embedded systems. Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience. OR Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience. 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