Staff Camera Systems Engineer

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 148,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Multimedia Systems Group in San Diego, CA is seeking candidates for its camera firmware team. The role focuses on imaging system design and development for mobile devices across tiers and adjacent markets.

You will work on embedded systems with high technical excellence and apply your knowledge to new camera technologies. Experience in low-level firmware, camera drivers, and DSP/image processing is valued; a strong drive to innovate and collaborate with cross-functional teams is

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of software/hardware/systems experience.
• Master’s degree with 3+ years of relevant work experience.
• PhD with 2+ years of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Embedded low-level camera driver design and development throughout the firmware life cycle.
• End-to-end systems development, prototyping and commercialization of new camera features.

Skills

C/C++

RTOS

ARM architecture

Android

JTAG

Image processing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

Android

JTAG

ADB

Version control

DSP libraries

Image processing libraries

Job description

Company: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Camera Engineering

General Summary

Qualcomm Multimedia Systems Group is seeking candidates for its camera firmware team in San Diego, CA. The team focused on imaging system design and development for mobile devices at both high and low tiers as well as adjacent markets. We are seeking candidates with technical excellence in embedded system development and the creativity and initiative to apply their technical knowledge to exciting new camera technologies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
• Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 3+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
• PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Embedded low-level camera driver design and development, work throughout the firmware life cycle.
• End-to-end systems development, prototyping and commercialization of new camera features and technologies.

Required Skills

• Strong experience with C/C++ programming.
• Experienced with microcontroller architecture, RTOS, and/or ARM architecture.
• Familiarity with Android, JTAG, ADB, version control.
• Strong background in digital signal processing and digital image processing.
• Quick learner, self-motivated, able to work independently.
• Assembly programming, embedded SW experience and understanding of fixed-point implementation preferred.
• Experience with developing and implementing image processing algorithms preferred.
• 3-5 years related industry experience is preferred.

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 [e-mail] or call Qualcomm's toll‑free number. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process.

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.

Pay Range and Other Compensation & Benefits

$148,300.00 - $222,500.00

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. In addition, Qualcomm offers a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants. Employees on sales‑incentive plans are not eligible for the annual bonus. Qualcomm also offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play.