#Display Software Engineer

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 94,200 - 141,200; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking a software engineer to design, implement, test, and integrate drivers for Snapdragon chipsets. The role emphasizes efficiency, robustness, and embedded software techniques across memory management, DMA, interrupts, multi-threading, and APIs.

The candidate will develop software for Android, Windows, Zephyr, and Linux in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with global teams and customers to deliver cutting-edge consumer technology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++.
• Experience in scripting with Python.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, test, and integrate drivers for Qualcomm’s Snapdragon chipsets with a focus on efficiency and robustness.
• Work with embedded software techniques including memory management, DMA acceleration, interrupt service routines, multi‑threading, synchronization, and interface design (APIs).
• Develop software in a rapid-paced environment and deliver drivers targeted for operating systems such as Android, Windows, Zephyr, and Linux.
• Work in a global environment with teams and customers that depend on our technology to deliver cutting-edge consumer products.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS/related field

Job description

Company: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area: Engineering Group, Software Engineering

General Summary: This position is not eligible for Qualcomm immigration sponsorship. Do you have an interest in how leading‑edge consumer devices are created? Do you want to be part of a team that imagines, designs, and creates low‑power, highly efficient hardware accelerators that go into your phones, laptops, watch, smart‑glasses, and automobiles? Qualcomm’s display software team is looking for a candidate who will contribute to the design, development, and verification of leading‑edge technology for our next‑generation Snapdragon line of processors. Our team develops the drivers and software components that accelerate processing of content from engines like the video decoder, camera, and GPU through the Snapdragon Adreno DPU (Display Processing Unit).

Responsibilities

• Design, code, test, and integrate drivers for Qualcomm’s Snapdragon chipsets with a focus on efficiency and robustness.
• Work with embedded software techniques including memory management, DMA acceleration, interrupt service routines, multi‑threading, synchronization, and interface design (APIs).
• Develop software in a rapid‑paced environment and deliver drivers targeted for operating systems such as Android, Windows, Zephyr, and Linux.
• Work in a global environment with teams and customers that depend on our technology to deliver cutting‑edge consumer products.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Qualifications

• Strong academic standing with courses focused on software/hardware interaction.
• Excellent programming skills in C/C++.
• Experience in scripting with Python.
• Motivated to learn new technologies and skills related to image processing and hardware acceleration.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, with the ability to dissect larger problems and solve challenges through a process of elimination.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills (written and verbal).
• Self‑motivated, hardworking, and flexible.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic understanding of frameworks such as DirectX, WDDM, and/or DRM.
• Basic understanding of ARM and RISC‑V architecture and instructions.
• Basic understanding of image processing algorithms, image manipulation, or color theory.
• Basic understanding of high‑speed signals used in electronic devices.
• Basic understanding of electronics schematics and usage of tools such as an oscilloscope or logic analyzer.
• Experience building consumer electronics using development kits such as Raspberry Pi or Arduino.

EEO Statement

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.

Pay Range & Benefits

$94,200.00 – $141,200.00. In addition to base salary, this position includes a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants.

For more information about this role or Qualcomm’s benefits, please contact Qualcomm Careers.