Machine Learning Researcher

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 159,100 - 238,700; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. seeks a Machine Learning Researcher in the Engineering Group to drive fundamental ML research and develop methods that push beyond state-of-the-art for mobile, edge, auto, and IoT products.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance intelligent systems and scalable ML capabilities. Responsibilities include creating new models and training methods, publishing findings, and contributing to patents and technical demonstrations while documenting

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
• OR PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ months of academic and/or work experience developing and/or optimizing machine learning models, systems, platforms, or methods.

Responsibilities

• Applies Machine Learning knowledge to conduct fundamental research to create new models or training methods in various technology areas (e.g., deep generative models, Bayesian deep learning, equivariant CNNs, Bayesian optimizations, reinforcement learning, unsupervised learning, and graph NNs).
• Drives systems innovations for model efficiency advancement on device as well as in the cloud, including auto‑ML methods for the creation and optimization of efficient models (e.g., model compression, quantization, architecture search, and kernel/graph compiler/scheduling).
• Performs platform research to enable new machine learning compute paradigm (e.g., compute in memory, on‑device learning/training, edge‑cloud distributed/federated learning, and quantum machine learning).
• Develops and publishes research findings in the form of presentations and conference papers.
• Conducts research on machine learning and develops innovative or patentable ideas for new solutions.
• Develops, tests, optimizes, and documents complex new or updated machine learning algorithms, models, and methods that are aligned with research strategies.

Skills

Machine Learning

Research

Education

Master's degree in Computer Engineering/CS/EE

PhD in Computer Engineering/CS/EE

Job description

Company

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Machine Learning Researcher

General Summary

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 Researcher, you will conduct fundamental research that creates innovative machine learning methodology that achieves beyond state‑of‑the‑art performance. Qualcomm Engineers collaborate with cross‑functional teams to enhance the world of mobile, edge, auto, and IOT products through machine learning research.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
• OR PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ months of academic and/or work experience developing and/or optimizing machine learning models, systems, platforms, or methods.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ publications at a machine learning conference.
• 2+ years of experience working in a large matrixed organization.
• 1+ year of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Director and above).
• 1+ year experience with machine learning research related to new models, systems innovations, platforms, or methodology.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Applies Machine Learning knowledge to conduct fundamental research to create new models or training methods in various technology areas (e.g., deep generative models, Bayesian deep learning, equivariant CNNs, Bayesian optimizations, reinforcement learning, unsupervised learning, and graph NNs).
• Drives systems innovations for model efficiency advancement on device as well as in the cloud, including auto‑ML methods for the creation and optimization of efficient models (e.g., model compression, quantization, architecture search, and kernel/graph compiler/scheduling).
• Performs platform research to enable new machine learning compute paradigm (e.g., compute in memory, on‑device learning/training, edge‑cloud distributed/federated learning, and quantum machine learning).
• Develops and publishes research findings in the form of presentations and conference papers.
• Conducts research on machine learning and develops innovative or patentable ideas for new solutions.
• Develops, tests, optimizes, and documents complex new or updated machine learning algorithms, models, and methods that are aligned with research strategies.

Level of Responsibility

• Works independently with minimal 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 (e.g., is consulted by senior leadership to make key 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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. (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 is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.

Pay Range and Benefits

$159,100.00 - $238,700.00

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.

Contact

For more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.