Engineer, Senior

## Company: Qualcomm India Private Limited ## Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering General Summary: ### We are looking for a Senior Audio Test Engineer with 5 to 8 years of strong experience in Audio Testing, Audio Analysis, and Audio Validation for embedded, wearable, or consumer audio products. The ideal candidate should possess solid troubleshooting and debugging skills, a good understanding of audio technologies and KPIs, and a passion for delivering high-quality products. We are seeking a proactive team player who is eager to learn, grow, and contribute to a collaborative and innovative audio validation team while driving continuous improvements in test quality and automation. ### Key Responsibilities: * Perform Audio quality testing, ANC (Active Noise Cancellation), ECNS, and concurrency scenarios involving voice and music. * Assist in setting up and deploying audio validation frameworks/test setups using specialized hardware, sound cards, and audio cables. * Execute and debug automated test scenarios for audio interfaces and use-case scenarios. * Provide inputs on dependencies, risks, and issues. * Represent the test team in bug scrubs and design reviews. * Create relevant documentation following the department’s processes. * Contribute towards continuous improvements in test coverage, execution, automation, and processes. ### Minimum Qualification * Experience in audio/system testing for embedded systems, with exposure to automated and manual test frameworks. * Exposure to Audio Quality KPIs and Terminologies, with hands-on experience in measuring the same. * Experience working with sound cards, identifying glitches and drops, and analyzing audio characteristics such as frequency response, THD+N, and SNR. * Familiarity with audio analysis tools such as Audacity, Adobe Audition, etc. * Ability to identify the root cause of failures and provide first-level analysis. * Excellent debugging and analytical skills to isolate potential system issues. * Excellent communication skills and proven track record of working effectively in cross-functional teams. * Familiarity with software configuration tools, preferably Perforce. * B.Tech/B.E./Master’s in Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical, Telecommunications, or equivalent. ### Preferred Qualifications * Hands-on experience developing automation tests using scripting languages (Python/C preferred). * Good understanding of Bluetooth audio profiles. * Good exposure to Manual and Automated Audio Testing. * Experience in Audio Tuning. Minimum Qualifications: • 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. Applicants: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries). Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law. To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications. If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.