Qualcomm

Qualcomm is a multinational corporation renowned for its semiconductor and telecommunications equipment. Here’s an overview:

1. Founding: Founded in 1985 by Irwin M. Jacobs, Andrew Viterbi, Harvey White, and Franklin Antonio, Qualcomm initially focused on research and development in the wireless telecommunications sector.
2. Core Business: Qualcomm’s primary business revolves around designing and marketing semiconductors, software, and services related to wireless technology. They are particularly notable for their Snapdragon line of system-on-chip (SoC) products, which power many smartphones and other mobile devices.
3. Wireless Technologies: Qualcomm has played a significant role in the development of various wireless communication standards, including CDMA, LTE, and more recently, 5G. Their contributions to these technologies have been pivotal in shaping the modern mobile landscape.
4. Licensing Model: Qualcomm’s licensing business model involves licensing its patented technologies to other companies, particularly smartphone manufacturers. This has been a significant source of revenue for the company.
5. Legal Challenges: Qualcomm has faced various legal challenges and regulatory scrutiny over its licensing practices and dominance in certain markets. Antitrust concerns and disputes with competitors and regulators have occasionally resulted in fines and legal battles.
6. Expansion and Diversification: Beyond mobile technologies, Qualcomm has expanded into other areas such as automotive, Internet of Things (IoT), and networking. They continue to innovate in areas like AI, connectivity, and computing.
7. Corporate Social Responsibility: Qualcomm has engaged in several corporate social responsibility initiatives, including efforts to bridge the digital divide, promote STEM education, and reduce environmental impact.

Role

• Engineering Intern

Qualification

• Any Graduate (Upto 2025 Batch)

Experience

• Freshers

Required Skills

• Proficiency in C/C++ programming languages: Ability to write efficient and functional code in C/C++ is essential for software development tasks, including real-time embedded software and device driver development.

• Understanding of operating system (OS) concepts and data structures: Familiarity with fundamental concepts of operating systems and data structures is necessary for effective software development, ensuring optimal performance and memory management.

• Knowledge of Linux/UNIX systems and development: Experience with Linux/UNIX platforms, including Linux kernel development and Linux drivers, is crucial for mobile software development, as many Qualcomm projects involve these environments.

• Object-oriented design principles: Understanding and application of object-oriented design principles is important for developing scalable and maintainable software solutions, facilitating collaboration within cross-functional teams.

• Familiarity with mobile software development: Experience with mobile software development for platforms such as Windows Mobile, Android, or Linux is preferred, as the role may involve contributing to projects in these areas.

Application Deadline

• As soon  as possible

Salary Pay Scale

• 5.2 LPA

Location

• Bengaluru

• Chennai

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• Engineering Intern