Graphics Software Engineer, Senior

QUALCOMM, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. engineers push the boundaries of GPU hardware, drivers, and tools to enable next‑gen gaming, XR, and AI experiences.

The Graphics Software Engineer will architect, implement, verify, and optimize software across platforms, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to meet customer needs. Baseline qualifications include BS in related field with 2+ years experience; MS with 1+ year; PhD optional.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field; 2+ years of related experience.
• Master's degree in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field; 1+ year of related experience.
• PhD in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Applies graphics knowledge to architect, design, implement, and verify the structure and performance of GPU hardware, drivers, features, applications, and tools.
• Writes code for features, drivers, and APIs using C, C++, perl, python; ensures cross‑platform performance.
• Maintains pre‑ and post‑silicon tests using simulation, emulation, or on‑device tests to verify performance and identify issues.
• Identifies design deficiencies and works with team to implement improvements.
• Collaborates with teams and stakeholders to expose new features and functionality for implementation and customization.
• Writes detailed design documentation and feature descriptions for developers and customers.

Skills

Software engineering

GPU/Graphics

C/C++

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

PhD in related field

Job description

Company:

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Graphics Software Engineering

General Summary:

As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next‑generation gaming, XR, and AI experiences. Qualcomm Graphics Software Engineers architect, design, implement, verify, and optimize the structure and performance of GPU hardware, drivers, features, applications, and tools. Qualcomm Engineers collaborate with cross‑functional teams to meet and exceed customer needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Game Rendering, or related work experience.
• Master's degree in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Game Rendering, or related work experience.
• PhD in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of relevant GPU experience.
• 1+ year of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Director and above).

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Applies Graphics knowledge and experience to architect, design, implement, and verify the structure and performance of GPU hardware, drivers, features, applications, and tools.
• Writes code for features, drivers, and APIs using different languages (e.g., C, C++, perl, python) and ensures code will perform effectively on different platforms.
• Maintains comprehensive pre‑and post‑silicon tests using tools and methods in different environments (e.g., simulation, emulation, on‑device) to verify performance and identify issues.
• Identifies deficiencies in designs and works with team members to develop solutions to improve designs.
• Collaborates with teams and external stakeholders to expose new features and functionality that align with needs and goals for implementation and customization.
• Writes detailed design documentation and feature descriptions for projects to guide developers and/or customers to use or implement software.

Level of Responsibility:

• Works under supervision.
• Decision‑making may affect work beyond immediate work group.
• Requires verbal and written communication skills to convey information. May require basic negotiation, influence, tact, etc.
• Has a moderate amount of influence over key organizational decisions.
• Tasks require multiple steps which can be performed in various orders; some planning, problem‑solving, and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively.

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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:

$123,700.00 - $185,500.00

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