AI and DSP Applications Software Engineer

Qualcomm; Markham; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Canada ULC is seeking an AI and DSP Applications Software Engineer to join the AI Processor Solutions team. You will help develop machine learning-based applications and use cases for Snapdragon processors, focusing on AI processing for multimedia workloads such as gaming, camera, and video playback.

You will design, implement, test, and support software and frameworks, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions for mobile and edge devices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
• Strong working knowledge of modern C++ and C.
• Experience in software development in a team environment.
• Familiarity with computer architecture and operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop processing frameworks for AI-based multimedia use cases across Android/Linux and the Qualcomm AI Processor.
• Test and validate algorithms for quality, performance, and power efficiency.
• Collaborate with teams to define architecture, APIs, and design; resolve technical issues.

Skills

C++

C

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Android NDK

Linux development

RTOS concepts

Job description

Company:

Qualcomm Canada ULC

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Machine Learning Engineering

General Summary:

Do you ever wonder when connected devices will become thinking devices? Be part of the group that is working on technology that will bring “Cognition” to all connected devices: that means devices that don’t just think but instinctively react to their surroundings.

We are searching for a self-motivated AI and DSP Applications Software Engineer to join the AI Processor Solutions team, which is responsible for developing machine learning-based applications and use cases for Qualcomm Snapdragon processors. The candidate will work on new, cutting‑edge hardware accelerators in the areas of artificial intelligence, machine learning, computer vision, and video processing, and will contribute to the research and development of new applications that bring artificial intelligence to mobile and edge devices.

Responsibilities include working with the team on the software architecture, design, development, integration, testing, and support of these applications and frameworks for the Qualcomm Snapdragon AI Processor. The role focuses on frameworks that support AI processing for multimedia use cases such as gaming, camera, and video playback, as well as low‑power, always‑on use cases. The candidate will collaborate with their team to understand requirements, propose and design solutions, and resolve technical issues, partnering with other teams as needed. The candidate may also help support internal and external customers.

The candidate should be self‑motivated, enjoy solving complex problems, and be able to work both independently and as part of a team. The candidate should be flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities. The candidate should be able to read abstract problem definitions, define problem statements, and design solutions that meet the goals of our end users and technology. The candidate is expected to follow and demonstrate strong software development practices and processes.

New Position

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop processing frameworks running on Android, Linux, and other high‑level operating systems as well as the AI Processor to enable AI‑based multimedia use cases and hardware accelerators.
• Test and validate algorithms for quality, performance, and power efficiency.
• Collaborate with team members and partner teams to define architecture, APIs, and design.
• Explore opportunities outside of mobile, including automotive, IoT, XR, etc.

Qualifications:

• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to break down complex problems and develop practical solutions
• Strong working knowledge of modern C++ and C
• Solid understanding of software development principles and practices, including object‑oriented design
• Familiarity with computer architecture and operating systems
• Experience working in a development team, using collaboration tools and workflows such as source control and code review
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills

Preferred:

• Working experience with Python
• Demonstrated experience with other object‑oriented languages
• Experience with Linux development
• Experience with embedded software development
• Understanding of real‑time operating system (RTOS) programming
• Understanding of Android Native/HAL and Android multimedia frameworks (MediaCodec, Android Graphics, Camera HAL)
• Knowledge of high-performance computing
• Basic understanding of machine learning, computer vision, and digital image processing

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.

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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:

$104,800.00 - $154,800.00

The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales‑incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer.