IE IoT Software Program Manager Linux & Industrial Solutions

## \nCompany:\n\nQualcomm India Private Limited\n\n## Job Area:\n\nEngineering Services Group, Engineering Services Group \u003e Program Management\n\nGeneral Summary:\n\nIE IoT Software Program Manager \u2013 Linux \u0026 Industrial Solutions\n\nRole Overview\n\nThe IE IoT Software Program Manager is responsible for driving end\u2011to\u2011end execution of Qualcomm\u2019s Linux platform initiatives with a strong emphasis on upstream alignment, open-source excellence, distribution enablement, lifecycle management, and the productization of industrial\u2011grade IoT solutions.\n\nThis role demands exceptional cross\u2011functional leadership, deep expertise in embedded Linux development ecosystems, and the ability to orchestrate execution across kernel, Yocto, Debian/Ubuntu, user\u2011space frameworks, CI pipelines, and industrial solution teams. A customer\u2011first approach, cost\u2011efficient decision making, and proven experience transforming prototypes into robust, production\u2011ready industrial solutions are essential.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nLinux Platform \u0026 Upstream Leadership\n\n * Define and lead mainline alignment, upstreaming strategies, and branch lifecycle management across mainline, LTS, and stable trees.\n * Oversee open\u2011source compliance, release coordination, and adherence to Qualcomm\u2019s Linux\u2011first execution strategy.\n * Ensure predictable upstream refresh cadences across kernel, Yocto, and Debian/Ubuntu ecosystems\n\n\n\nDistro Enablement \u0026 Ecosystem Integration\n\n * Drive end\u2011to\u2011end enablement across Yocto, Debian, and Ubuntu distributions, including graphics, multimedia, AI/ML, connectivity, robotics, and industrial frameworks.\n * Champion developer\u2011first workflows, upstream\u2011friendly integration practices, and clear, high\u2011quality open\u2011source documentation.\n\n\n\nProductization \u0026 Industrial IoT Solution Readiness\n\n * Convert platform capabilities and prototypes into stable, repeatable, production\u2011grade industrial IoT solutions.\n * Integrate key industrial protocols (OPC UA, Modbus, EtherCAT, Profinet, MQTT, CoAP, etc.) into platform roadmaps and solution blueprints.\n * Drive cost\u2011optimized decision making across feature sets, cloud usage, and hardware/software selections.\n\n\n\nCustomer Engagement \u0026 Solutions Engineering\n\n * Maintain strong customer focus\u2014translate customer needs into actionable, prioritized engineering workflows.\n * Lead solution prototyping, PoCs, and integration efforts by coordinating across functional teams.\n * Deliver developer\u2011grade documentation, solution guides, and production\u2011ready reference implementations.\n\n\n\nCross\u2011Functional Program Leadership\n\n * Manage large cross\u2011functional execution spanning kernel, multimedia, Android, connectivity, user space, and partner teams that includes the HW platform teams.\n * Own schedules, milestone alignment, dependency mapping, risk management, and executive communications.\n * Ensure Linux\u2011first, developer\u2011first discipline across the entire engineering pipeline.\n\n\n\nQuality, Testing \u0026 Automation Excellence\n\n * Drive strong pre\u2011merge validation, CI/CD health, and continuous testing coverage across mainline and LTS branches.\n * Track quality regressions across features, drive closure with partner teams, and uphold production\u2011readiness KPIs.\n\n\n\nQualifications \u0026 Experience\n\nRequired\n\n * 10\u201315+ years of leadership experience within embedded Linux/Kernel/Yocto/Open\u2011Source ecosystems.\n * Deep understanding of: \n * Upstream Linux development workflows (maintainers, linux\u2011next, LTS/stable branches).\n * Kernel branching models, mainline alignment, Yocto/OE pipelines, and Debian/Ubuntu packaging and workflows.\n * Open\u2011source contribution processes (patch submission, review cycles, Gerrit/Git workflows).\n * Demonstrated success managing complex, multi\u2011disciplinary engineering programs.\n * Exceptional communication skills and strong stakeholder management with a risk\u2011driven decision mindset.\n\n\n\nPreferred\n\n * Experience with industrial IoT systems, industrial protocols, or Linux\u2011based industrial platforms.\n * Background in prototyping, customer\u2011facing engineering, or productizing industrial IoT software stacks.\n * Strong documentation and developer ecosystem orientation.\n\n\n\nMinimum Qualifications:\n\n\u2022 Bachelor\u0027s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. \n\u2022 4+ years of Program Management or related work experience.\n\nApplicants: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. 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