Backend Software Developer - Arduino, Turin, Italy
Pubblicato il 28-08-2026 - Qualcomm in Italia
Company:
Qualcomm Europe, Inc. Italy Branch Office
Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering
General Summary:
Arduino is now part of the Qualcomm organisation!
Arduino’s mission is to help people enhance their lives through accessible open-source electronics and digital technologies. Since 2005, millions of people, from kids and students to engineers and professionals around the world have been using Arduino to innovate in the fields of music, games and toys, smart homes, farming, autonomous vehicles and many more.
We are looking for a talented Backend Engineer to design and evolve the software stack, system utilities, and developer frameworks that power Arduino’s high-performance Linux platforms. We believe in hiring collaborative smart people who are excited to push boundaries.
You will join an inclusive team of technology specialists passionate about distributed backend systems, software architecture, and developer experience. Whether you are building high-level libraries or system-level utilities, you will be instrumental in creating the software foundation that connects Arduino hardware to the modern digital world.
What we offer:
- A challenging career path in a rapidly growing company with modern vision and talented teams.
- A competitive salary that values people skills and experience.
- A young and inspiring work environment that encourages diversity and cultural exchange.
- Individual growth objectives with a dedicated budget for learning/training.
- Flexible working hours and working locations, we value work-life balance!
- A meaningful work opportunity in a mission-driven company committed to empower people around the world.
And if you live near one of our offices…
- Ping pong and foosball tournaments (sport or gym benefit is also included for everyone!).
- Seasonal celebrations, happy hours and everyday drinks and snacks at the office.
- Sunny rooftop lunch breaks and hamacas for relaxation and concentration.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
- 2+ years of work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.
What you'll work on:
As a part of a team of talented engineers, you will:
- Develop and maintain Python (or Go Language) based software, libraries, and frameworks that empower developers to build on top of our platforms.
- Architect and deploy containerized applications (Docker) to ensure robust and scalable software environments.
- Contribute to the design of system-level tools and CLIs that improve the interaction between users and our hardware ecosystem.
- Collaborate with Software Architects to define technical solutions using the latest software development technologies and infrastructure.
- Guarantee consistency, efficiency and high quality to the Arduino codebase ensuring automated testing coverage and performing code reviews.
- Deliver value through a strong collaborative approach working in a cross-functional team, contributing finding creative solutions to enhance Arduino applications and tools.
What you’ll bring:
- BS/MS in Computer Science or other technical related fields.
- 5+ years of software development work experience.
- Experience in Python or Go language, with a strong focus on writing clean, maintainable, and well-documented libraries, applications or CLI utilities.
- Solid experience with Linux systems and a deep understanding of Containerization (Docker).
- High motivation and interest in pushing the boundaries of current technologies.
- A collaborative mindset—you enjoy solving problems that help other developers succeed.
Premio Points:
- Experience with Cloud microservices, REST APIs, Kubernetes or AWS managed services.
- Experience with Linux OS integration or system-level scripting.
- Knowledge of Arduino or similar electronics.
- Experience with automated testing and CI/CD pipelines.
If you're excited about this role or about our company, but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the points outlined above, we strongly encourage you to apply anyways. If we feel you don’t fit for this job we may have something else for you!
*References to a particular number of years experience are for indicative purposes only. Applications from candidates with equivalent experience will be considered, provided that the candidate can demonstrate an ability to fulfill the principal duties of the role and possesses the required competencies.
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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
€46,800.00 - €70,800.00 annual (Gross)
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