Campus Hire β Associate Engineer (Software)
Qualcomm
About the role
Qualcomm is a worldβleading semiconductor and telecommunications equipment company that designs, manufactures and supplies integrated circuits and system software for mobile devices, automotive platforms, IoT and networking solutions. With a strong R&D footprint in India, Qualcommβs campuses in Hyderabad, Bangalore, Chennai and Noida work on cuttingβedge technologies that power billions of smartphones and connected devices worldwide. The companyβs culture emphasizes innovation, collaboration and a relentless focus on delivering highβperformance, lowβpower solutions that shape the future of wireless communication.
As a 2027 Campus Hire β Associate Engineer (Software), you will join a vibrant team of engineers who develop the software stack that runs on Qualcommβs mobile chipsets. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on embedded firmware, device drivers, Android and Linux platforms, and to contribute directly to the next generation of wireless modem and connectivity technologies. You will be mentored by senior engineers, get exposure to realβworld product cycles, and see your code run on devices used by millions of consumers.
Key responsibilities include
- Designing and implementing lowβlevel software for Qualcomm mobile chipsets.
- Developing embedded firmware, kernel modules and board support packages (BSP).
- Writing device drivers for peripherals such as audio, video, camera and sensors.
- Building and optimizing software for Android and Linux based platforms.
- Contributing to wireless modem stacks, including protocols like TCP/IP, UDP and SIP.
- Working on multimedia pipelines for audio, video and image processing.
- Collaborating with hardware teams to validate and debug hardwareβsoftware integration.
- Participating in code reviews, performance tuning and reliability testing.
- Documenting design decisions and creating technical specifications.
- Staying updated with emerging trends in IoT, AIβenabled edge computing and 5G/6G technologies.
The tech stack revolves around C, C++, objectβoriented programming, data structures and algorithms, Linux/UNIX fundamentals, embedded operating systems, and networking protocols. Familiarity with Android SDK, kernel development, and realβtime operating systems (RTOS) is highly beneficial. Qualcomm offers a clear growth path β starting as an Associate Engineer, you can progress to Senior Engineer, Lead Engineer, and eventually Principal Engineer or Technical Architect, with opportunities to move across product domains such as wireless modem, IoT, automotive, and AI on the edge.
Why join Qualcomm? The company provides a globally recognized brand, exposure to industryβdefining projects, and a culture that rewards curiosity and technical excellence. Freshers get handsβon experience with stateβofβtheβart silicon, access to worldβclass mentorship, and a competitive compensation package that reflects the high impact of their work.
Moreover, Qualcommβs commitment to diversity, continuous learning, and workβlife balance makes it an attractive destination for ambitious engineering graduates.
Eligibility & process
Who can apply
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Communication Engineering or related Information Systems disciplines; Minimum 60% aggregate (or CGPA equivalent); No active backlogs at the time of joining; Eligible batch: 2027; Indian citizenship or OCI; Must be able to work in India without sponsorship.
Skills & stack
Selection process
- Round 1: Online Aptitude Test (coding, DS&A, logical reasoning)
- Round 2: Technical Interview (core programming, OS concepts, embedded fundamentals)
- Round 3: HR Interview (fitment, communication, career aspirations)
Prep kit
20 resourcesStudy material 4
Company-specific guides 4
Likely coding questions 4
Round-wise strategy 4
Technical questions 5
Explain OOP (Object-Oriented Programming) principles with real-world examples in C++. Answer
What is the time and space complexity of QuickSort vs MergeSort? Answer
Explain the difference between SQL Indexing (B-Tree vs Hash) and when not to use an index. Answer
What happens under the hood when you enter a URL in a browser? Answer
What is the difference between REST and GraphQL APIs? Answer
Behavioural & HR questions 3
Highlight Qualcomm's market reputation, recent tech innovations, and how your skills in C++ directly solve their team's objectives.
Use the STAR method: Situation (project context), Task (what needed solving), Action (specific tools/logic applied), Result (quantifiable positive outcome).
Explain your prioritization strategy, proactive communication with mentors/peers, and agile mindset.
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Bengaluru, India
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computerβ¦
