Core Tech - Kernel and Services engineer
Qualcomm is hiring an embedded software engineer for its Core Platform Kernel & Services team in Chennai. The role focuses on developing drivers and kernel services for various Qualcomm SOC segments including mobile, automotive, and IoT. You will work with OS environments like Linux, QNX, and RTOS, collaborating across hardware and software layers. The position requires strong C programming skills and hardware architectural knowledge.
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Experience
2-6 years
Function
Engineering
Work mode
Onsite, India
Company
Tier 1
What you will work on
Qualcomm is hiring an embedded software engineer for its Core Platform Kernel & Services team in Chennai. The role focuses on developing drivers and kernel services for various Qualcomm SOC segments including mobile, automotive, and IoT. You will work with OS environments like Linux, QNX, and RTOS, collaborating across hardware and software layers. The position requires strong C programming skills and hardware architectural knowledge.
TAL's take
Strong Tier-1 company offering a technical core-platform role in the semiconductor space.
The JD clearly defines the team, the technical focus (embedded/kernel/drivers), and the required domain knowledge.
Salaries at Qualcomm
27.4 LPA average
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Must haves
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
- 2+ years of software engineering experience
- Proficiency in C, C++, Java, or Python
- Experience in embedded systems
- Working experience in RTOS or Linux kernel
- Knowledge of device drivers and hardware interfacing
Tools and skills
Nice to have: arm coresight, assembly.
About the company
Qualcomm is a major global semiconductor leader with a well-established engineering footprint.
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