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Wireless Software Engineer
Wireless Software Engineer
Qualcomm
Wireless Software Engineer
Qualcomm
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
8/29/2026
Compensation
$104,200 - $156,200 per year
Undergraduate Entry-Level
H-1B FY202698.1% approval198 approvals59,278 LCA0.0% entry-level-22% YoY
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Job Description
The position at Qualcomm Atheros, Inc. focuses on system-level testing for wireless connectivity products, particularly WLAN and Bluetooth technologies. The role involves collaborating with engineers from various disciplines to support product launches and commercialization efforts. Candidates will be expected to enhance and automate testing procedures while analyzing results and debugging issues. This position requires strong technical skills in digital communications and networking.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
1 to 2 years of hands-on system testing and debugging experience.
Background in digital communications and networking knowledge.
Experience with WLAN and Bluetooth testing is preferred.
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
Perform system-level testing for wireless connectivity products, especially WLAN and Bluetooth.
Develop and execute test cases under various operational scenarios.
Analyze results, debug issues, and provide recommendations.
Enhance and automate test procedures and analysis tools.
Work closely with system, software, hardware, and RF engineers to support commercialization and product launches.
Benefits
Qualcomm offers competitive compensation, annual bonuses, stock programs, comprehensive healthcare coverage, retirement plans, wellness programs, parental leave, flexible work options, and professional development opportunities.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts
latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Qualcomm Technologies Inc
As of Jul 17, 2026
Initial approvals
198
FY2026
Approval rate
98.1%
FY2026
LCA certified
59,278
FY2026
Entry-level share
0.0%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
22%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
+30%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
FY2022 FY2024 FY2026 0 150 300 450 600
Approval rate by fiscal year
FY2022 FY2023 FY2024 FY2026 0% 25% 50% 75% 100%
Continuing vs initial approvals
FY2022 FY2024 FY2026 0 400 800 1200 1600
Initial
Continuing
LCA certified positions by quarter
2022-Q1 2023-Q2 2024-Q3 2026-Q2 0 15000 30000 45000 60000
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
FY2022 FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026 0 25000 50000 75000 100000
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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At a glance
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
8/29/2026
$104,200 - $156,200 per year
Responsibilities
- Perform system-level testing for wireless connectivity products, especially WLAN and Bluetooth
- Develop and execute test cases under various operational scenarios
- Analyze results, debug issues, and provide recommendations
- Enhance and automate test procedures and analysis tools
- Work closely with system, software, hardware, and RF engineers to support commercialization and product launches
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field
- 1 to 2 years of hands-on system testing and debugging experience
- Background in digital communications and networking knowledge
- Experience with WLAN and Bluetooth testing is preferred
- Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Annual bonuses
- Stock programs
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage
- Retirement plans
- Wellness programs
- Parental leave
- Flexible work options
- Professional development opportunities
Skills mentioned
About Qualcomm
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