Staff AI Software Engineer (C++)

Qualcomm; Markham; On-site; CAD 179,381 - 247,743; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual discretionary bonus

RSU grants

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Qualcomm is seeking a Machine Learning Engineer in Markham, Canada, to develop and implement innovative machine learning techniques and tools. The ideal candidate will have significant industry experience and expertise in C++, Python, and deep learning frameworks. Offering a competitive salary range of $131,200.00 - $181,200.00 along with comprehensive benefits, this role is an opportunity to work on leading-edge AI technology with a globally diverse team. Join us in creating a smarter, connected future.

Qualifications

• 5+ years industry experience.
• Excellent programming capability, analytical, development, and debugging skills.
• Experience with Android or embedded Linux software development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver key aspects of the AI stack and provide solutions.
• Coordinate development with various teams to ensure a cohesive product.
• Evaluate and optimize neural network runtime performance.

Skills

C++ expertise

Python numpy

Deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch)

Software development skills

Optimization algorithms

Communication skills

Curiosity and willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

OpenCL

OpenGL ES

DSPs

Job description

Company

Qualcomm Canada ULC

Job Area

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Machine Learning Engineering

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 4+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 3+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
• PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 2+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.

As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next‑generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm Machine Learning Engineer, you will create and implement machine learning techniques, frameworks, and tools that enable the efficient discovery and utilization of state‑of‑the‑art machine learning solutions over a broad set of technology verticals or designs. Qualcomm Engineers collaborate with cross‑functional teams to enhance the world of mobile, edge, auto, and IOT products through machine learning hardware and software. AI’s ability to solve complex problems across multiple domains is transformative. Here in the artificial intelligence software group we are building highly optimized on‑device AI solutions. We combine high‑performance software with cutting‑edge hardware to run deep neural nets with that little computer 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 which include Snapdragon Neural Processing Engine, Android NN, and Tensorflow Lite delegate and many more. We develop new tools and SDKs to extend our AI solutions into industry‑leading customer use cases.

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver key aspects of the AI stack and provide solutions that make a difference.
• Coordinate development with various teams to ensure a cohesive product.
• Ability to work with larger teams to push an idea forward.
• Development of optimization algorithms for ML operators/layers for the Qualcomm AI SW stack.
• Development of AI SW stack framework enhancements for optimal resource usage while running a neural network on Qualcomm hardware.
• Development of software tools for profiling and debugging to support rapid deployment of new neural networks in this fast‑changing field.
• Evaluating and optimizing neural network runtime performance and accuracy.
• Working with customer teams to enable state‑of‑the‑art network models and new AI SW features to meet customer use‑cases.
• Collaborating with AI hardware and architecture teams to continuously improve our AI solution.
• Being an active contributor to the development process to ensure commercial quality software releases.
• Participate in software quality process improvements.

Ideal Candidates

• 5+ years industry experience.
• Enjoy software development with excellent programming capability and analytical, development, and debugging skills.
• Curiosity and willingness to continually learn new things and propose new ideas.
• C++ expertise and work experience.
• Android or embedded Linux software development preferred.
• Optimizing algorithms for hardware acceleration cores using OpenCL, OpenGL ES, and / or DSPs.
• Experience with Python numpy and deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch.
• Background in mathematical operations: linear algebra, fast math libraries, multi‑threading and vector instruction sets.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, presentation, written).
• Ability to collaborate across a globally diverse team and multiple interests.

Benefits & Compensation

$131,200.00 - $181,200.00. 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.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

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 disability‑[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.

If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.