Principal Software Engineer, Game AI

Nutanix; Arkansas; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced engineer to lead innovative gaming AI solutions. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge Snapdragon hardware, developing novel Machine Learning applications that redefine gaming experiences. Join a passionate team of veteran developers and artists dedicated to pushing the boundaries of mobile and PC gaming. If you have a strong background in software engineering and a passion for gaming technologies, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact in the gaming industry.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Software Engineering with a focus on gaming AI.
• Hands-on experience with Machine Learning frameworks like Tensorflow and Pytorch.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team developing Machine Learning solutions for gaming applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on Snapdragon powered devices.

Skills

C/C++

Machine Learning

Tensorflow

Pytorch

CUDA

OpenCL

DSPs

Java

Python

Generative AI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Tools

Machine Learning frameworks

Mobile game engine architectures

Job description

Company:

Qualcomm China

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary:

Job Overview

Qualcomm's Snapdragon Studios are seeking an experienced engineer to lead a team implementing the latest gaming AI solutions contributing to the best-in-class gaming experiences for the Snapdragon chipset.

The focus of the role will be on developing novel Machine Learning based solutions for gaming applications and adapting traditional game AI techniques leveraging Snapdragon’s dedicated AI hardware. The position is cross-functional, working closely with multiple hardware, software, and product teams on a variety of different Snapdragon powered devices. This is a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge hardware and contribute to the future of high performance, always connected mobile and PC gaming.

At the heart of Snapdragon Studios, we are passionate about next generation gaming technologies and delivering exceptional gaming experiences. Our highly creative teams are full of veteran game developers, artists, game engine experts, and graphics enthusiasts who work on our latest GPU and gaming hardware innovations around mobile, PC, and XR.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years of professional experience
• Comfortable working in large unfamiliar C/C++ code bases
• Hands-on experience using Machine Learning frameworks - Tensorflow/Pytorch
• Foundational knowledge of Machine Learning models and training
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated
• Familiarity with Generative AI Model architectures
• Experience with machine learning accelerators, optimizing algorithms for hardware acceleration cores using CUDA, OpenCL, DSPs and/or ML specific cores.
• Familiar with modern mobile game engine architectures

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 8+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• OR Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 7+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• OR PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• 4+ years of work experience with Programming Languages such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

All Qualcomm employees are expected to actively support diversity on their teams, and in the Company.

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 [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 to participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.