Engineer, AI Software/Machine Learning (C++)

Nutanix; Markham; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Canada ULC is seeking a skilled software engineer to develop and optimize modern C++17 code for embedded Qualcomm Hexagon processors. You will build high-performance AI engine software and tools for model analysis, targeting Android, embedded Linux, and QNX environments.

The role requires hands-on experience with multitasking, firmware/middleware development, and collaboration across global teams. Join a cutting-edge AI stack with strong hardware integration.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant work experience.
• Background in mathematical algorithms and fast math libraries.
• Experience developing middleware or firmware software.
• Experience with multitasking and multithreading driver development.
• Familiarity with Hexagon DSP SDK or cross compiler toolchains for embedded systems.
• Knowledge of TensorFlow, PyTorch or ONNX.
• Experience with tools such as Git, Linux, JIRA and Docker.

Responsibilities

• Develop modern C++17 software library for Qualcomm Hexagon Processors.
• Design and optimize C++17 code for embedded systems.
• Develop model analyzing tools for internal and external customers.
• Use cross compiler toolchains for embedded systems (Android, embedded Linux, QNX).
• Address issues in existing Qualcomm AI products; implement and optimize ML ops on Hexagon processors.
• Participate in software quality processes and cross-team communication.

Skills

Modern C++17

Multithreading

Embedded systems

Cross-platform toolchains

AI/ML frameworks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering/IS

Tools

Hexagon DSP SDK

Cross compiler toolchains

Git

Linux

JIRA

Docker

Android

QNX

TensorFlow

PyTorch

ONNX

Job description

Company:Qualcomm Canada ULCJob Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Machine Learning EngineeringGeneral Summary:NOTE:Our team does not work in data science, build models or train modelsAI’s ability to solve complex problems across multiple domains is transformative. In the AI Software team, we build the Qualcomm AI Engine direct to enables OEMs and developers to run their deep neural network (DNN) models on Qualcomm Hexagon Processors. Our team works with OEMs and developers to develop and optimize DNN models for the Qualcomm AI Stack. We are building optimized on-device AI stack with cutting edge hardware to run deep neural networks with that phone you keep in your pocket, that car you drive, or that vacuum cleaner you unleash to clean your house. Come join us if you want to work on bleeding edge AI technology. In this position you will build high performance software for AI engines to extend our AI solutions into industry leading customer use cases. New PositionDuties and Responsibilities:Development of modern C++17 software library for Qualcomm Hexagon ProcessorsDesign and performance tune modern C++17 code for an embedded systemDevelopment of model analyzing tools for the internal and external customersUse cross compiler toolchains for embedded systems such as Android, embedded Linux and QNXAddress issues found in existing and past Qualcomm AI productsImplement and optimize modern C++17 machine learning operations on Hexagon ProcessorsDebug customer machine learning use cases executing on Qualcomm AI StackCommunication across globally diverse teamParticipate in software quality process improvementsPreferred Qualifications:3+ years of relevant work experienceExperience/expertise with C++, ideally modern C++ 17 language featuresBackground in mathematical algorithms using fast math libraries and vector instructions setsPractical experience with developing middleware or firmware softwareExperience with multitasking and multithreading driver developmentExperience with Hexagon DSP SDK or cross compiler toolchains for embedded systemsFamiliarity with TensorFlow, PyTorch or ONNXExperience with tools such as git, Linux, JIRA and DockerKnowledge of design patternsMinimum Qualifications:• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.Applicants : 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. You may e-mail [e-mail] or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here . Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies : Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:$99,500.00 - $149,300.00The 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.If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers .