Qualcomm PON Software Engineer Staff Hsinchu/Taipei 

Taiwan, Taipei, Taipei 

352341073

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

A Passive Optical Network (PON) is a telecommunication technology that implements a point-to-multipoint architecture which provides a promising migration path from 2.5G GPON to XGSPON, 25GS-PON then 50GS-PON for the operator.

PON combines cost-effectiveness, high speeds, efficiency, and reliability, making it a compelling solution for modern broadband services.

As a PON software engineer, you will work closely with the ASIC engineers to

develop the drivers and software stack required for the PON chip. In the development of new chip,

You will collaborate with colleagues from various teams to implement new features,

translate customer requirements or requests from other departments into actionable solutions,

contribute to enhancing the functionality and capabilities of the PON systems.

You will have the chance to learn the details of different components, including Switch, Wi-Fi, PON system,

gain hands-on experience by exploring how these components interact and contribute to overall network performance.

【Qualification and Requirement】

• Familiar with C language, Shell script, Linux kernel programming, Multiple thread programming

• Good understanding of PON network

• Experience with the following items would be preferred:

a. protocol stack: OMCI, TR069/TR181, CFM/Y.1731

b. embedded system: OpenWRT, PrplOS, RDK-B

Minimum Qualifications:

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

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

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

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

Preferred Qualifications:

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

• 8+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

• 3+ years of experience with Database Management Software.

• 3+ years of experience with API.

• 1+ year of work experience with Git, Perforce, or Source Code Management System.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leverages advanced Software knowledge and experience to design, develop, create, modify, and validate embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and/or specialized utility programs.

• Analyzes user needs, software requirements, and time and cost constraints to design and customize software for optimal operational efficiency.

• Designs and implements software modules for large-scale products and systems.

• Participates in and leads design, coding, unit testing, debugging, and integration efforts to ensure projects are completed to specifications and schedules.

• Performs complex code reviews and regression tests as well as triages and fixes issues to ensure the quality of code.

• Collaborates with individuals outside the software function (e.g., Hardware, Systems, and Test engineers) to ensure solutions work with other components of a specific project.

• Writes detailed technical documentation for complex Software projects.

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 often require multiple steps which can be performed in various orders; extensive planning, problem-solving, and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively.

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.