Android kernel -: Senior Staff Engineer / Mgr

Job Description

General Summary: Qualcomm is at the forefront of the automotive technology revolution, leveraging its expertise in wireless and compute technologies to drive innovation in Automotive Infotainment, Telematics, ADAS/Autonomous Driving, and related domains. The Automotive Compute Platform team seeks a seasoned Senior Technical Lead to guide multi-site engineering teams in delivering cutting-edge automotive software and hardware solutions. This leadership role will focus on optimizing embedded compute platforms, driving compliance with ASPICE and ASIL standards, and collaborating closely with global automakers, Tier-1 suppliers, and standards bodies. Key Responsibilities: Lead and mentor multiple teams of architects, technical leads, and engineers specializing in compute hardware and software optimization for automotive platforms. Define and execute strategic roadmaps aligned with Qualcomm's vision for best-in-class automotive service capabilities. Drive robust processes for requirement specification, prioritization, solution development, and system validation methodologies within a global engineering context. Manage stakeholder alignment across product roadmaps, delivery schedules, and feature capabilities. Oversee release management processes ensuring quality and compliance. Engage hands-on with embedded software development, including low-level drivers, firmware, kernel and user-space components on multi-core ARM/CPU, GPU, DSP, and specialized accelerators. Lead design and development efforts for heterogeneous embedded SoC platforms, utilizing JTAG/ICE debugging tools. Spearhead compliance efforts for automotive functional safety standards including ISO26262. Facilitate cross-geography collaboration with partners, customers, and senior management. Drive business process improvements and digitization initiatives in automotive software engineering. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. 13+ years of experience in embedded software design, development, and support for multi-core ARM/CPU platforms. Strong programming skills in C and C++. Hands-on experience with embedded platforms including low-level driver and firmware development, real-time OS (RTOS), and kernel architecture. Experience leading medium to large technical teams. Proficient in driver development for RTOS environments and Autosar software stacks. In-depth understanding of SoC hardware blocks (clocks, PLLs, GPIO, interrupt controllers, peripherals such as SPI/I2C/PCIe/CAN/Ethernet/USB/UFS, and power management). Experience with Linux kernel architecture, device drivers, and memory management. Proficient in debugging and development using JTAG or In-Circuit Emulators (ICE). Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated leadership experience working with senior management and distributed global teams. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience in ISO26262/functional safety compliance. Exposure to multiprocessor architectures, virtualization technologies, caching, and interrupt handling. Experience driving process transformations and digital service enablement. Self-motivated, hands-on leader who actively engages in technical details to steer team success. Additional Skills: Familiarity with programming languages such as Java and Python. Ability to work across geographies and cultures effectively.