Sr. Camera Software Engineer

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 116,900 - 175,300; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. in San Diego, CA is seeking Embedded Software Engineers to develop camera software for IoT devices. You will design, implement, and verify camera algorithms, ISP, 3A tuning, and related tooling, with a focus on Linux-based embedded systems.

The role requires strong C/C++ skills, experience with Linux kernel and camera stacks, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Prior exposure to CamX and camera frameworks is advantageous and the team operates within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of software engineering experience.
• Master's degree with 1+ year of software engineering experience.
• PhD in CS/EE or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, debug, implement, and verify camera software (ISP, 3A, IQ, tuning tools).
• Architect IQ modules and algorithms to drive hardware/software specs.
• Ensure image quality and conformance tests meet performance targets.
• Collaborate with customers and team members across project lifecycle.

Skills

C programming

C++ programming

Debugging skills

Linux kernel

Device drivers

Camera sensor bring-up

Camera HAL development

3A algorithms

MIPI

I2C

GPIOs

V4L2

OpenCL

OpenGL

Image Signal Processing

Android camera frameworks

CamX architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or related field

Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or related field

PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or related field

Tools

V4L2

Job description

Company:

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Camera Software Engineering

General Summary:

Looking for Embedded SW engineers interested in developing software for IoT devices. Specifically, the position involves developing embedded software support.

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of and experience in Linux Kernel, Device Driver Model; experience in Linux camera sensor driver bring‑up.
• Experience in Camera HAL development; knowledge of 3A algorithms, tuning experiences, and familiarity with MIPI, GMSL, I2C, GPIOs.
• Strong C & C++ programming and debugging skills required.
• Experience on Image Signal Processing concepts.
• Android camera frameworks and applications; Linux framework knowledge (V4L2) a great plus.
• Experience in Multimedia software development engineering for Linux based embedded systems.
• OpenCL, OpenGL for algorithm development will be a plus.
• Strong communication skills – able to understand and explain highly technical information in a clear and concise manner.
• Familiar with Qualcomm CamX Architecture is an added advantage.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Applies knowledge and experience of Camera to design, develop, debug, implement, and verify camera software (e.g., Camera Image Signal Processor, 3A, Image Quality, Tuning Tools, etc.), algorithms, and features.
• Designs or architects IQ modules, algorithms, and feature decompositions to drive requirements and specifications for both hardware and software.
• Ensures image quality, software conformance tests, and performance and power metrics are met to deliver camera software to customers.
• Collaborates with customers and team members throughout project life cycle to design, develop, and optimize camera software.
• Writes detailed technical documentation and feature descriptions for Camera SW projects to guide users and/or customers to use or implement software.

Level of Responsibility:

• Works under supervision.
• Decision‑making may affect work beyond the 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 that can be performed in various orders; some planning, problem‑solving, and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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. 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.

Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits

$116,900.00 – $175,300.00

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. Salary is only one component of total compensation. 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. Additionally, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play.

Contact Information

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