Sr Staff Frontend Software Engineer, AI Hub

Qualcomm; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 178,400 - 278,900; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer to contribute to production systems, focusing on the frontend web interface while maintaining backend knowledge.

You will work on a cloud service for ML model preparation and testing, deployed to AWS with Kubernetes, Python backend, and a React/TypeScript frontend. You will collaborate with the Cloud Services team, participate in design reviews, ensure quality and timely delivery, and adapt to evolving requirements in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 6+ years in Hardware/Software/Systems Engineering or related field.
• Master's degree with 5+ years experience.
• PhD with 4+ years experience.
• Bachelor's in Engineering/CS/IS or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain web applications and backend services.
• Implement features on React/TypeScript frontend and Python backend.
• Participate in UX/design reviews and translate wireframes into polished UX.
• Write clean, well-tested code following established standards.
• Build and consume RESTful APIs and debug complex issues.
• Collaborate with teammates and cross-functional partners; contribute to code reviews.

Skills

React

TypeScript

Python

REST APIs

UI/UX

Django

AWS

CI/CD

SQL

OOP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field

Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field

PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

React Router

TanStack Query

Tailwind

Vite

GitHub Actions

Azure Pipelines

Job description

Company

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area

Engineering Group, Machine Learning Engineering

General Summary

As a Software Engineer, you will contribute to the development and maintenance of production systems while continuously strengthening your technical skills and understanding of the broader platform.

You will work on moderately complex features and software components, executing assigned tasks independently with guidance as needed, and applying established engineering best practices.

Our team operates a modern cloud service for preparing and testing ML models for Qualcomm hardware. We deploy to AWS with Kubernetes, a Python‑based backend, and a React/TypeScript web frontend. You will work closely on the Cloud Services team that owns the frontend and backend, actively participating in design/UX reviews, code reviews, and technical design discussions.

Your primary focus will be the frontend web interface, although you will be expected to have working knowledge of and contribute to the backend. You will receive technical direction from senior engineers while being expected to manage your own priorities, adapt to changing requirements, and consistently meet quality and delivery expectations as part of a fast‑moving, collaborative team.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 6+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 5+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
• PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 4+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain web applications and backend services under guidance from senior team members.
• Implement features and enhancements on existing systems using React/TypeScript frontends and Python backend services.
• Be an active participant in UX and design reviews.
• Translate wireframe designs into polished user experiences.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well‑tested code following established standards, including unit tests and integration tests.
• Build and consume RESTful APIs.
• Debug issues, analyze root causes, and propose fixes for moderately complex problems.
• Collaborate effectively with teammates and cross‑functional partners.
• Contribute to code reviews by providing thoughtful, constructive feedback.
• Document design decisions, code changes, and operational considerations.

Preferred Qualifications

• 6+ years of academic or industry software development experience.
• Experience working on real codebases beyond coursework, internships, or prototypes.

Technical Skills

• Experience with modern React ecosystem: React Router v7, TanStack Query, Tailwind.
• Experience with UX concepts, applying user‑centered design principles to product development, and collaborating with designers.
• Familiarity with Figma is an asset.
• Working knowledge of object‑oriented programming and design concepts.
• Proficiency in TypeScript, with experience using React and modern frontend tooling (e.g., Vite, React Router).
• Backend development experience using Python.
• Exposure to web frameworks such as Django is an asset.
• Understanding of relational databases.
• Basic experience or exposure to CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, Azure Pipelines).
• Awareness of cloud platforms, particularly AWS.

Pay Range and Other Compensation & Benefits

$178,400.00 - $278,900.00

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. In addition, our highly competitive benefits package supports your success at work, at home, and at play.

EEO Employer

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.

Qualcomm anticipates collaborating with individuals who may require accommodations during the application or hiring process. Please contact us at [e-mail] or call the toll‑free number on the Careers site to request reasonable accommodations.