System Integration Test Engineer (5G-Advanced & Next-Gen 6G)

Qualcomm · Bengaluru

  • Experience1–5 yrs
  • SalaryNot disclosed
  • Work modeonsite
  • Posted23 Sept 2026
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About Qualcomm

Qualcomm is hiring in Bengaluru in semiconductors electronics. This role looks for around 1+ years of experience.

Skills

  • 3GPP specifications
  • 5G procedures
  • Open RAN architecture
  • E2E system integration
  • Python
  • ADB/AT commands
  • 5G NR protocols
  • Viavi
  • Keysight
  • Spirent
  • Anritsu
  • QXDM
  • 10G/100G Ethernet switching
  • network configuration
  • routing
  • VLANs
  • AI inferencing frameworks
  • MLOps
  • Kubernetes
  • cloud-native deployments
  • CI/CD

The role

A QA / Test Engineer at a semiconductor technology company validates 5G-Advanced and 6G systems through 3GPP specifications, Open RAN architecture, and Python-based test automation. The role integrates multi-vendor telecom testbeds, analyzes protocol traces, and applies Kubernetes to cloud-native deployments.

Full job description

Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Test Engineering

General Summary: Qualcomm is seeking a motivated System Integration Test Engineer, Staff/Senior Lead/Senior Engineer to drive end-to-end validation of 5G-Advanced and next-generation 6G technologies and solutions. The role involves system integration, performance validation, automation development, lab testing, and field trials in multi-vendor environments.

Minimum Qualifications

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

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

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

Key Responsibilities

Perform end-to-end System, Performance, Scalability, Stability, and Interoperability Testing of 5G-Advanced and next-generation 6G technologies and solutions.

Bring up and manage complex E2E testbeds involving UE, RAN, Core, SMO, and RIC components.

Develop and maintain automation frameworks for test execution and reporting.

Create and execute test plans with traceability to product requirements and features.

Analyze logs, protocol traces, and KPIs to perform debugging and root cause analysis.

Collaborate with Development, Product Management, and Program Management teams.

Participate in lab validations, interoperability events, and field trials.

Open to domestic and international travel for testing, interoperability, and deployment activities.

Required Skills

312 years of experience in 5G system integration and testing.

Strong understanding of 3GPP specifications, 5G procedures, and call flows.

Strong understanding of Open RAN architecture and ecosystem, including RU, CU/DU split architecture, SMO, Near-RT/Non-RT RIC, xApps, rApps, RU, and RFFE components.

Experience in E2E system bring-up and multi-vendor integration.

Proficiency in Python-based test automation.

Familiarity with ADB/AT commands for UE control.

Strong knowledge of 5G NR protocols including PHY, MAC, RLC, PDCP, and RRC.

Experience with test tools such as Viavi, Keysight, Spirent, or Anritsu.

Working knowledge of QXDM and related Qualcomm diagnostic tools for troubleshooting, protocol analysis, and root cause investigations.

Experience in 10G/100G Ethernet switching, network configuration, routing, VLANs, and traffic troubleshooting.

Working knowledge of AI inferencing frameworks, MLOps workflows, and AI/ML-driven test automation methodologies.

Experience with Kubernetes, cloud-native deployments, and CI/CD environments.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics Communication, Telecommunications, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related disciplines.

Preferred

Exposure to AI/ML-based analytics and intelligent test automation.

Experience with Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar CI/CD tools.

Knowledge of cloud-native telecom deployments and observability frameworks.

Strong analytical, debugging, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.