Automotive Graphics Embedded Software Engineer, Staff

Qualcomm; Markham; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in automotive graphics is seeking a talented software engineer to develop graphics drivers for automotive chipsets. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in C/C++, experience with GPU optimization, and a background in Software Engineering. This role involves working across different operating systems and producing high-quality graphics software.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Software Engineering experience required.
• 2+ years with C, C++, Java, Python programming.
• Experience in GPU experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop graphics drivers compliant with functional safety requirements.
• Design and develop new automotive graphics features.
• Optimize software for performance and power.

Skills

C

C++

Java

Python

Embedded Programming

Graphics Driver Development

GPU Optimization

Shading Languages (GLSL)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science

Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science

PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science

Tools

GIT

Perforce

Job description

Company: Qualcomm Canada ULC

Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary:

We are looking for passionate and talented engineers to join Qualcomm automotive graphics Software team. As a key member of our team, you will perform graphics driver and feature development across Qualcomm's automotive chipsets. This role will involve working at all layers of the graphics software stack on different platforms and OS, including QNX, Greenhill Integrity, Linux, Android, and Hypervisor environment.

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 experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

Responsibilities will include:

• Develop graphics drivers compliant with functional safety requirements.
• Develop graphics driver on the virtualization environment.
• Work with Automotive OEM and Qualcomm customer engineering team to triage and debug customer issues.
• Design and develop new automotive graphics features, support for new hardware pre/post-silicon development, debugging software issues, optimizing software for performance and power, developing unit tests, and working with automotive OEMs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Embedded C and C++ coding skills
• Kernel mode driver development

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4+ years relevant GPU experience (either external or internal to Qualcomm)
• Experience with GPU optimization, advanced rendering, latency optimizations, and the ability to identify and isolate performance issues in graphics applications.
• Industry experience in graphics user or kernel driver development in the fields of automotive.
• Experience with writing vertex and fragment shaders using shading languages such as GLSL is a plus.
• Knowledge in one or more of the following operating systems is preferred: Android, QNX, embedded Linux, Genivi, Integrity.
• Knowledge of Graphics frameworks: Kanzi, QT, is a plus
• Fluent in industry-standard software tools: SW/HW debuggers, code revision control systems (GIT, Perforce), IDEs, and build tools.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal), working with teams across multiple time zones.
• Experience in the ISO26262 development process
• Passion for excellence in programming and exceeding goals

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process.