Software Engineer

Software Engineer – IoT Module

Founding software engineer for Quectel's new Manaus operation

Location

Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil Role

Software Engineer – IoT Module – LATAM Level

Mid-Level (3–5 years of experience) Type

Full-Time, On-Site Languages

Portuguese & English required · Spanish a plus

About Quectel Quectel is one of the world's leading suppliers of cellular IoT modules, antennas, and connectivity services, with more than 4,000 professionals across 8 R&D centers and 50+ sales offices worldwide. Our technology powers everything from smart meters and connected cars to industrial robots and point-of-sale terminals — quietly enabling billions of devices to talk to the cloud.

A New Chapter: Quectel in Manaus This is something special. Quectel is launching a brand-new operation in Manaus, Brazil — and we're building the founding team right now. Hosted at ICT Manaus (Instituto Centro de Pesquisa e Desenvolvimento em Tecnologia de Software), an accredited Science, Technology and Innovation Institution under SUFRAMA's CAPDA framework, this new setup will become Quectel's regional engine for R&D, customer enablement, and ANATEL certification across Latin America.

Joining now means more than taking a job — it means shaping a team, a culture, and a way of working from day one. Your fingerprints will be on everything we build here.

Learn more about Quectel: Company website —

quectel.com Our history & global footprint —

quectel.com/company/history LATAM in action —

Furukawa Electric LatAm customer story (Brazil) Follow us on

LinkedIn

The Role We're hiring one of the founding software engineers for Quectel's brand-new Manaus setup. You'll work on the embedded Linux software stacks running inside Quectel's cellular IoT modules — Qualcomm-based platforms supporting LTE, 5G, and LPWA technologies — and you'll be the go-to software expert for customers across Latin America. Because the team is being built from scratch, you'll have unusual influence: the tooling, the development workflows, the customer-engagement model, the way we triage and resolve field issues — these are decisions you'll help make, not inherit. You'll collaborate closely with Quectel's global R&D centers while owning the LATAM software story end to end.

"You get the depth of an embedded Linux job — kernel, drivers, Yocto — and the rare chance to help build a brand-new operation from day one. That combination doesn't come around often."

What You'll Do Design, develop, and maintain software modules for Quectel cellular modems (LTE / 5G / LPWA) on Qualcomm SoCs. Build and tune Linux-based networking systems for IoT devices and gateways — TCP/IP, sockets, routing, the works. Develop device drivers, daemons, and system services on embedded Linux. Hunt down issues across the full stack — kernel, Yocto build system, middleware, and applications. Use Wireshark, tcpdump, and your debugging instincts to crack tough field and lab problems. Support LATAM customers directly: develop new SW features, debug their issues, maintain the SW stack, and improve our demo applications. Partner with hardware, integration, and QA teams during board bring-up and validation. Contribute to architecture decisions and performance optimization for the next generation of modules.

What You Bring Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. 3–5 years of experience with embedded Linux, cellular modem development, or both. Hands-on experience with Qualcomm-based modem SoCs and their firmware. Strong C and C++ skills, with a real understanding of microcontroller/microprocessor architecture. Solid knowledge of Linux internals and system programming. Comfort with the Linux network stack and packet analysis tools (Wireshark, tcpdump). Working knowledge of Linux networking: TCP/IP, sockets, routing. Day-to-day experience with Git and Agile workflows. Strong problem-solving skills and the communication chops to work directly with customers. Fluent in English and Portuguese; Spanish is a plus.

Bonus Points For Yocto Project or other embedded Linux build framework experience. RTOS exposure. LPWA experience (NB-IoT, LTE-M) and familiarity with cellular certification. Prior FAE or customer-engineering experience in the LATAM region.

The Tech You'll Work With Quectel's

cellular module portfolio

— 5G, LTE-A, LTE Cat 1/4, NB-IoT, and LTE-M, all on Qualcomm SoCs. LATAM in production — see the

Furukawa Electric LatAm case study

for an example of the kind of work you'll support. Quectel

blog & insights

— deep dives on cellular IoT, edge compute, and industry trends.

Why You'll Love Working Here Founding-team energy — you're not joining an established office, you're building one. The processes, the culture, the technical playbook — you'll help write it. Real impact from day one — your decisions and designs ship inside products used by millions across LATAM. Backed by a global leader — startup feel, but with the technology, customers, and resources of a 4,000-person publicly-listed IoT company behind you. Direct line to global R&D — work side-by-side with our R&D centers in China, Europe, and North America while staying rooted in Manaus's growing tech ecosystem. Cutting-edge technology — 5G, LPWA, AI at the edge, smart camera modules, and the next generation of connected devices. Career growth on a fast curve — early team members typically grow into senior technical or leadership roles as the operation scales. Customer-facing exposure — directly shape how leading LATAM brands build their connected products. Competitive package — attractive compensation, benefits, and the stability of a global market leader.

Compensation & Benefits Competitive base salary aligned with LATAM market benchmarks. Performance bonus / sales commission structure (role dependent). Flexible meal and grocery vouchers (meal allowance / food allowance). Health insurance with no co-pay. Life insurance. Paid time off. International travel opportunities — HQ visits and global trade shows.

Ready to Apply? If this sounds like your kind of challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Send your CV (in English) along with a short note about what excites you most about the role. We review applications on a rolling basis.

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Quectel is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive team where everyone can do their best work.