Linux BSP and Project Lead for IOT, Principal Engineer
Qualcomm · San Diego, CA
$192,600–$289,000from the description
Jul 16, 2026
San Diego, CA
Jul 21, 2026
What this job asks for AI summary
A senior embedded Linux software engineering role focused on architecting and delivering IoT products running on Qualcomm SoCs. Day-to-day work involves board bring-up, proof-of-concept development, Linux kernel work, bootloader integration, and performance tuning, alongside cross-functional collaboration with product, program, and customer-facing teams. Suits a seasoned engineer with deep embedded systems and Linux platform experience.
Senior level · 8+ years · National · Bachelor's required · Full-time
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What the occupation pays Median $138,970 (middle half $107,524–$175,762). This posting is about at that midpoint.
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The job posting does not specify a city or office location; the CBSA could not be determined from the text. Qualcomm's primary US engineering hub is San Diego, CA, but this is not stated in the posting.
The title 'Software Engineer' carries no explicit seniority level, so the title states no level. However, the minimum 8+ years of experience and the scope of responsibilities (leading end-to-end architecture, customer engagement, cross-team leadership) support a Senior classification.
Degree requirement: the JD offers a Bachelor's + 8 yrs, Master's + 7 yrs, or PhD + 6 yrs. Bachelor's is the minimum formal degree path and is treated as the hard gate; equivalent experience is not offered as a substitute.
The 4+ years of programming language experience (C, C++, Java, Python) is stated as a minimum qualification. C is listed as the primary skill with the named alternatives; the years demanded reflects the 4-year minimum gate.
KVM, hypervisors, RTOS, board support packages, and networking concepts appear under 'beneficial' or 'Preferred Qualifications' sections and are marked preferred accordingly.
The pay range ($192,600–$289,000/year) is stated as a broad scale for the job code and location; actual compensation will vary. Qualcomm also offers an annual discretionary bonus and RSU grants.
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