General Summary:

Qualcomm, a global leader in technology innovation, is seeking a seasoned Hardware Engineer to join the BT Radio Optimization team. The team is responsible for the development, validation, and commercialization of advanced Bluetooth (BT), WiFi, and UWB radio/modem features for Qualcomm's connectivity products. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams, including RFA, Firmware, Systems, and Characterization, across geographies to ensure world-class product performance and smooth commercialization.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 12+ years relevant engineering experience.
OR
Master's degree in relevant discipline with 10+ years relevant experience.
Experience in hardware engineering roles, with exposure to circuit design, test, validation, and debugging.

Preferred Qualifications:

2+ years experience in circuit design (digital, analog, RF).
2+ years experience with schematic capture and circuit simulation software.
2+ years experience using hardware design and measurement tools (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, RF testers, etc.).
1+ year in a technical leadership role (mentoring, task ownership).
Strong Python programming skills; experience with C# preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and validate radio/modem features for Bluetooth and related connectivity products.
Create and optimize RF test cases using Python; analyze RF performance data and communicate results to engineering and management teams.
Lead debugging and resolution of hardware/software issues in late-stage product development and post-commercialization support.
Collaborate with global cross-functional teams to troubleshoot, optimize, and automate test solutions.
Lead and plan testing and maintenance tasks within the BT Radio Optimization team.
Provide mentorship to junior engineers and drive team success in a dynamic environment.
Document solutions, bug fixes, and best practices for sharing across teams.

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

Strong foundation in radio fundamentals, calibration algorithms, Bluetooth, WiFi, and UWB technologies.
Experience with coexistence (Coex) testing in wireless systems.
Familiarity with automation testing, test harness development, and industry-standard test automation tools.
Proficiency with issue tracking tools like JIRA, Microsoft DevOps.
Deep understanding of signal processing and radio communications.
Knowledge of electronic hardware schematics and RF lab equipment (spectrum analyzers, vector signal generators, combiners, Bluetooth testers).
Good grasp of RF metrics and system-level radio performance.

Attributes:

Self-motivated, adaptable, and results-driven team player.
Comfortable with responsibility and leadership within technical teams.
Excellent communication skills for collaboration across global teams.
Proven ability to work efficiently in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
Ability to mentor and guide junior engineers effectively.

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