Posted 2 months ago
Telemetry Firmware/Driver Development, Staff
@ Qualcomm Canada ULC
Markham, Ontario
Overview
Qualcomm Canada ULC is hiring a Staff Telemetry Firmware/Driver Development engineer to design and build CPU software telemetry tools for embedded and cloud-edge systems. The role requires a bachelor's degree with 4+ years of software engineering experience (or a master's with 3+ years, or a PhD with 2+ years) and 2+ years in C, C++, Java or Python. Full-time pay is $121,000 to $171,000, with a discretionary bonus and RSU eligibility.
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop CPU software telemetry tools
- Lead software design, coding, testing and integration
- Perform complex code reviews and defect resolution
- Collaborate with hardware and test engineering teams
- Mentor junior engineers and write technical documentation
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science with 4+ years of software engineering experience
- 2+ years programming in C, C++, Java or Python
- Preferred: master's degree and 8+ years of experience
- Preferred: database and API experience
- Preferred: Git or Perforce experience
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-16
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-07
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Software development |
| Experience | 4+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required), Master’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus, Stock or equity |
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Qualcomm Canada ULC
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 107 |
Company:
Qualcomm Canada ULCJob Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software EngineeringGeneral Summary:
As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what is possible to enable next-generation experiences and drive digital transformation. In this role, you will design and develop CPU software telemetry tools that enable visibility, analysis, and optimization across complex embedded and cloud-edge systems. You will work closely with cross-functional partners to deliver reliable, scalable software solutions that support large-scale products and platforms.
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.
OR
PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• 2+ years of work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, modify, and validate embedded and cloud-edge software, applications, and specialized telemetry and tooling solutions.
- Analyze user needs, software requirements, and technical constraints to design and customize software that improves system observability and operational efficiency.
- Design and implement software components and modules used in large-scale products and systems.
- Lead and contribute to software design, coding, unit testing, debugging, and integration to ensure delivery meets functional, quality, and schedule requirements.
- Perform complex code reviews, regression testing, issue triage, and defect resolution to maintain high software quality and reliability.
- Collaborate with hardware, systems, and test engineering teams to ensure solutions integrate effectively across the full system.
- Create and maintain clear, detailed technical documentation for complex software designs and tools.
Level of Responsibility
- Work independently with minimal supervision on complex technical assignments.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and peers.
- Make decisions that impact work beyond the immediate team.
- Communicate technical information effectively through written and verbal means, requiring collaboration and influence across teams.
- Contribute to technical and organizational decisions through consultation with senior engineers and leadership.
- Manage multi-step tasks that require planning, problem solving, and prioritization to achieve successful outcomes.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
- 8+ years of software engineering or related professional experience.
- 3+ years of experience with database management systems.
- 3+ years of experience developing or working with APIs.
- 1+ year of experience using source control systems such as Git or Perforce.
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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$121,000.00 - $171,000.00The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer.
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.
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