Senior Engineer – Development CI/CD

Company:Qualcomm India Private LimitedJob Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software EngineeringGeneral Summary: Senior Engineer – Development CI/CD (DevCI) Role Overview As a DevCI Senior Engineer, you will design, implement, and optimize CI/CD workflows and build automation systems that enable Qualcomm's software development teams to deliver high-quality products efficiently. This role focuses on integrating advanced build systems, containerized environments, and automated validation processes for DSP, HLOS, and embedded platforms. Key ResponsibilitiesCI/CD Pipeline DevelopmentArchitect and maintain scalable pipelines using GitHub Actions, Jenkins, and Qualcomm's internal build frameworks.Automate build, test, and deployment processes for multi-target environments (DSP, HLOS, Automotive, IoT).Build Infrastructure ManagementManage containerized build environments (Docker/Nebula) and troubleshoot build failures.Implement caching strategies and artifact management for faster builds.Release GatingEnforce build verification and gating for DSP and HLOS tips before merges.Integrate automated regression and sanity tests into pipelines.CollaborationWork closely with development teams to streamline workflows and resolve integration issues.Support cross-functional teams for debugging build and deployment failures.Monitoring & ReportingDevelop dashboards and alerts for build health and performance metrics.Provide detailed reports for CI stability and release readiness.Failure Analysis & ResolutionTriage test failures and build failures across CI/CD pipelines.Perform root cause analysis for integration issues, build breaks, and test regressions.Collaborate with development teams to fix failures or provide actionable recommendations.Maintain a failure tracking system and ensure timely resolution to keep CI pipelines green.Implement preventive measures (e.g., automated checks, pre-merge validations) to reduce recurrence. Required SkillsStrong experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI).Proficiency in Python, Shell scripting, and automation frameworks.Expertise in Docker, container orchestration, and cloud-based build systems.Familiarity with Yocto, Linux build systems, and embedded workflows.Knowledge of Git branching strategies, PR workflows, and release tagging.Experience with artifact repositories (Artifactory) and build caching techniques.Solid understanding of C programming for build and integration tasks.Basic knowledge of device drivers and kernel-level build processes.Exposure to AI/ML workflows for integrating AI components into CI pipelines. Preferred QualificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.5+ years of experience in CI/CD, build automation, or DevOps roles.Exposure to Qualcomm-specific tools (Nebula workflow, QSWAT) and embedded development.Understanding of ARM architecture, DSP subsystems, and cross-compilation toolchains.Familiarity with AI frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) and their build integration.Minimum Qualifications:•    Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience. ORMaster's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience. 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