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Senior Lead Engineer - Android OS System Security

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Hyderabad, Telangāna, IndiaKernel / LinuxPosted Feb 16, 2026
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  • Arm
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  • Linux kernel
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Company: Qualcomm India Private Limited Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering General Summary: Enable security Mitigation features and develop tools to detect vulnerabilities. Experience: 6+ Years Mandatory expertise: • AOSP (Android OS) ExperienceFamiliarity with the Android software stack (HAL, Framework, Treble) and Android Security Bulletins (ASB). • SE Linux in AOSP • Linux Kernel Internals Experience • C/C++ Embedded programming Experience • Linux kernel programming, Android development experience Good to have: • Knowledge of ARMv8/ARMv9 security extensions (e.g., PAN - Privileged Access Never, PAC - Pointer Authentication Codes, BTI - Branch Target Identification) • fuzzing tools like Syzkaller, Trinity, or AFL to identify vulnerabilities in kernel drivers. • Proficiency in Python or Bash for developing automation tools • Arm or Intel Architecture knowledge required Preferred skills: Java programming language Linux Security knowledge, SElinux, fuzzing tools knowledge, Openwrt platform knowledge and Device Driver knowledge preferred skill set. Responsibilities: Develop Security Mitigation features at kernel and user space. Work with Tech teams to understand the security design reviews and help to provide alternative design solutions. Education requirements: B.E, B.Tech or M.Tech from reputed institution with good CGPA Independently drive features and issues. Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience. OR Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience. OR PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience. • 2+ years of academic or work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc. Applicants: 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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