Principal Embedded ML Architect - Mobile AI Systems

QUALCOMM, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. in San Diego seeks an experienced Embedded ML SW Architect at Principal/Director level for Snapdragon Mobile to craft architectures for AI features and drive on-device experiences.

You will lead cross-functional teams across CPU/GPU/NPU to optimize performance and power within tight budgets, requiring deep mobile software architecture expertise and strong communication and leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience as an embedded ML software architect within mobile ecosystems.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams across CPU/GPU/NPU.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Craft architectures for AI features in Snapdragon Mobile.
• Lead cross-functional teams across CPU/GPU/NPU to optimize performance and power.
• Deliver architectures that meet tight budget constraints while maintaining quality.

Skills

Embedded ML

Mobile software architecture

Cross-functional leadership

Performance & power optimization

Education

Master's or PhD in CS/EE or related field

Tools

C/C++

Linux

DSP/Neural processing

Job description

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. seeks an experienced Embedded ML SW Architect (Principal/Director level) for Snapdragon Mobile in San Diego.

You will craft architectures for AI features, drive on-device agentic experiences, and lead cross-functional teams across CPU/GPU/NPU to optimize performance and power within tight budgets. The role requires deep mobile software architecture expertise, strong communication, and leadership.