Cellular Systems Test Engineer

$89,000 - $133,600/Yr

Qualcomm - San Diego, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

San Diego, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Cellular Systems Test Engineer role at Qualcomm involves testing and modifying systems-level software and hardware, interpreting wireless specifications, and designing test plans and procedures. The engineer will document defects, troubleshoot issues, and develop testing programs to assess the effectiveness of new systems or modifications. This position requires collaboration with team members and communication of feedback regarding feature issues.

Responsibilities

• Tests and modifies general systems-level software/hardware.
• Interprets wireless specifications.
• Designs test plans, scenarios, scripts, or procedures.
• Documents systems-level defects using a bug tracking system.
• Identifies, analyzes, troubleshoots, and documents problems with program function, output, or content.
• Develops testing programs that assess the effectiveness of a new system or modification of an existing system.
• Conducts log analyses to identify where an issue has occurred.
• Gathers, integrates, and interprets information from various sources to troubleshoot issues.
• Assists with verifying that proposed solutions to identified issues accurately address and correct the problem.
• Detects bugs in the system under test and resolves issues using basic debugging approaches.
• Communicates feedback about identified feature issues to software and systems teams.
• Conducts basic field or lab tests as directed by tech leads.
• Writes functional tests for features to ensure functionality.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of system features and functionality.
• Ability to collect and analyze logs and requirements.
• Basic debugging skills to detect and resolve bugs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage individual project priorities and deadlines under close supervision.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with systems testing in a wireless environment.
• Familiarity with bug tracking systems.
• Basic programming skills for writing test scripts.

Benefits

• Competitive annual discretionary bonus program.
• Opportunity for annual RSU grants.
• Comprehensive benefits package designed to support work-life balance.