Software tools development Engineer

Job Description

Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering General Summary: Qualcomm's Corporate Engineering division in Chennai is looking for software tools development engineer. The candidate will work in a development role to put together software for tool development and test automation across various technologies that are part of Access points, mobile platform, RF, Machine learning platforms. The candidate is expected to have full proficiency on C++ or C# or Python and have experience on developing applications, APIs, software automation using a combination of commercial test equipment and custom hardware designs. The ideal candidate will be responsible for implementing novel test plans and supporting those test plans from the R&D lab environment through manufacturing. Candidate will also be responsible for evaluating new complex hardware designs and providing feedback regarding design for testability. Candidate will be responsible to own the test infrastructure, build automation framework and enable other developers towards achieving deployable, scalable test frameworks. Candidate will be responsible for implementing automated test solutions for those hardware designs using a combination of custom test software/hardware and commercial test equipment. The candidate will interface with internal staff and outside partners in the fast-paced execution of a variety of multi-disciplined projects. The candidate will have an opportunity to influence and help adopt new test, tool development methodologies and enhance existing processes. International travel might be required. All Qualcomm employees are expected to actively support diversity on their teams, and in the Company. Minimum Qualifications: B.E/B.Tech. with industry experience in the following areas: 2+ years of programming experience across C++ / C# / Python Strong lab skills and experience with standard lab equipment is required Strong experience in various software technologies, methodologies and applied software engineering practices/standards such as Object-Oriented Design (OOD), cloud and embedded software test automation Preferred Qualifications: Strong programming skills in C++/C# Experience with embedded software and device drivers Application UI design Winforms/WPF Experience with hardware debug equipment such as JTAG and scope Experience with scripting languages (Perl, Python etc.) Familiarity with AI frameworks models performance, quantization, and accuracy metrics Good analytical, debug and problem-solving abilities Good communication skills and ability to work in a cross-functional team environment Effectively delegates tasks to other team members, multitasks and meets aggressive schedules in a dynamic environment. FPGA/CPLD design, JTAG/boundary scan Experience with RF test equipment measurements such as signal generator and spectrum analyzer and HW/SW issue troubleshooting Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field. Education requirements: RequiredB.E. or B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication or Electrical engineering or Computer Science or equivalent. PreferredMasters