Sr Engineer- Core Platform Test

Job Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Test Engineering



General Summary:

As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm Software Test Engineer, you will design, develop, create, and modify test cases and validate embedded software, cloud software, system algorithms, application software, automation, and/or specialized utility programs that launch cutting-edge, world class products. Qualcomm Software Test Engineers collaborate across various engineering teams and functions to design and implement test plans.



Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Test Engineering or related work experience.

OR
Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Software Test Engineering or related work experience.

OR
PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Test Engineering or related work experience.

2+ year of work experience with Software Test or System Test, developing and automating test plans, and/or tools (e.g., Source Code Control Systems, Continuous Integration Tools, and Bug Tracking Tools).



Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

6+ years of Software Test Engineering or related work experience.

3+ years of experience with Advanced Development Skills (e.g., Database Management Software, API's, Web Development Tools) and Test Frameworks .

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



Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Leverages advanced software and systems knowledge and experience to design, develop, create, and modify test cases and to validate embedded software, cloud software, system algorithms, application software, automation and/or specialized utility programs.

Designs and implements complex test plans, scenarios, scripts, or procedures to identify a failure within multiple areas of code and the system.

Reviews tests and adds additional test cases when necessary to ensure that features are sufficiently covered, and issues are fully understood and analyzed.

Identifies, analyzes, and documents major software defects and reports defects to software developers.

Collaborates with others inside and outside the testing function (e.g., software engineers) to proactively facilitate the debugging and fixing of issues and improve the overall quality of the product.

Develops complex test case automations and/or scripts to improve productivity.



Level of Responsibility:

Works independently with minimal supervision.

Provides supervision/guidance to other team members.

Decision-making is significant in nature and affects work beyond immediate work group.

Requires verbal and written communication skills to convey information. May require basic negotiation, influence, tact, etc.

Has a moderate amount of influence over key organizational decisions (e.g., is consulted by senior leadership to make key decisions).

Tasks do not have defined steps; planning, problem-solving, and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively.



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