Sr. Software Engineer – Platform Test

About the position

This position is not eligible for Qualcomm immigration sponsorship.

Drive innovation and reliability for Snapdragon SoC-based platforms at scale. As part of the Platform Test team, You’ll focus on test content development, automation, and validation of critical platform components such as CPU, Kernel, Performance, CI/CD pipelines, and Linux distributions. This role emphasizes execution excellence, problem-solving, and independent ownership of tasks with minimal guidance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts and integrate them into CI/CD workflows.
• Execute test plans and validate platform components for performance, stability, and compliance.
• Enhance existing test frameworks and contribute to automation improvements.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure testability and resolve issues quickly.
• Automate industry-standard benchmarks and assist in incorporating OEM requirements.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges and deliver solutions with a focus on efficiency.

Requirements

• Proficient in Python and Shell/Bash scripting; familiarity with Java or C/C++ is a plus.
• Basic understanding of Linux distributions (Ubuntu, Redhat, CentOS) and OS fundamentals (memory, scheduling, storage, virtualization).
• Exposure to CI/CD workflows, source code management, and test automation tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills with ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Willingness to learn performance benchmarking and optimization techniques.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

• OR

Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience.

• OR

PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

• 2+ years of academic or work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with real-world deployment scenarios is desirable; open-source contributions are a bonus.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field, and 3+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• Strong programming foundation in Python and scripting languages.