Staff Software Engineer, AI Software Platform (Onsite)

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 158,000 - 238,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking an AI Software Core Software Engineer to develop and implement cutting-edge machine learning techniques for the Qualcomm AI Stack across QAIRT/Genie and Gen back-end support on Snapdragon SoCs.

You will lead in-house software toolchains, perform system-level performance and memory profiling across Android, Linux, Windows, and QNX, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust AI software solutions with a focus on code quality and scalable

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• * Responsible for leading and developing in-house software tools or research off-the-shelf 3rd party toolchains, compilers required for the Qualcomm AI Stack SDKs, specifically QAIRT and Genie, to support the execution of the latest generative AI models on Snapdragon platforms for various AI use cases across a wide-variety of SoCs and OS platforms (Android, Linux, QNX, Windows, Zephyr, etc.)
• * Lead / coordinate efforts for System level performance and memory profiling/benchmarking required to support high performance and efficient AI SW stack on SoCs supporting Edge-AI use cases using Qualcomm’s AI SW SDK and associated components/toolchains
• * Validate, analyze, and optimize the performance and accuracy of software through detailed testing of machine learning use cases.
• * Debug complex issues, perform root cause analysis, and ensure high system reliability.
• * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, scalable toolchains
• * Contribute to a culture of technical excellence, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement within the AI Software team.
• * Work independently with minimal supervision; Staff Engineers provide guidance to junior team members and make decisions impacting their area and the broader work group.

Skills

C/C++

Python

OS/Platforms

Performance profiling

Debugging

Software tooling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

LLVM

GNU

Make

CMake

Git

Job description

Company:

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Machine Learning Engineering

General Summary:

As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drive digital transformation, creating a smarter, connected future for all. As an AI Software Core Software Engineer, you will develop and implement cutting‑edge machine learning techniques that enable the efficient utilization of state‑of‑the‑art solutions across various technology verticals.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing tools and supporting AI SW platform for the Qualcomm AI Stack spanning the Qualcomm AI Runtime (QAIRT) SDK, specifically Core software including Generative AI Inference Extensions (Genie) and the corresponding HW ML accelerator back‑end support on the SoC. You will be responsible for researching state‑of‑the‑art AI toolchains, performance / memory and HW (CPU/NPU/eNPU) profiling for Edge‑AI use cases on the embedded SoC.

You will have the opportunity to demonstrate your passion for software tools (developed in house and/or bring in off‑the‑shelf AI tools), support AI SW ecosystem across development and test and customer support. You will be leading software toolchains and system level performance / memory profiling across a wide variety of OSes and platforms, provide guidance to junior team members, and make decisions impacting your direct area and the broader work group. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver robust, scalable AI software solutions, and contribute to a culture of technical excellence, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement within the AI Software team.

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Responsibilities

• * Responsible for leading and developing in‑house software tools or research off‑the‑shelf 3rd party toolchains, compilers required for the Qualcomm AI Stack SDKs, specifically QAIRT and Genie, to support the execution of the latest generative AI models on Snapdragon platforms for various AI use cases across a wide‑variety of SoCs and OS platforms (Android, Linux, QNX, Windows, Zephyr, etc.)
• * Lead / coordinate efforts for System level performance and memory profiling/benchmarking required to support high performance and efficient AI SW stack on SoCs supporting Edge‑AI use cases using Qualcomm’s AI SW SDK and associated components/toolchains
• * Validate, analyze, and optimize the performance and accuracy of software through detailed testing of machine learning use cases.
• * Debug complex issues, perform root cause analysis, and ensure high system reliability.
• * Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver robust, scalable toolchains
• * Contribute to a culture of technical excellence, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement within the AI Software team.
• * Work independently with minimal supervision; Staff Engineers provide guidance to junior team members and make decisions impacting their area and the broader work group.

Preferred Qualifications

• * Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• * 1+ years of experience building embedded software applications.
• * Proficiency in software tools development using C/C++/Python, compiler toolchains (LLVM, GNU) and build systems (Make/CMake)
• * Projects or Internships experience (Entry level) / 2+ years (Senior) of general software development experience.
• * Experience with development in different OS/platforms like Android, Linux, Windows
• * Knowledge of low‑level interactions between operating systems (e.g., Linux, Android, Windows, QNX, etc.) and hardware.
• * Experience using/integrating Qualcomm AI Stack products (e.g., QNN, Genie).
• * Experience with agile software development practices and git‑based SCM.
• * Ability to collaborate across a globally diverse team and manage multiple interests.
• * Excellent communication skills (verbal, presentation, and writing).

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 participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).

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 expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.

Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:

$158,400.00 - $237,600.00

• 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).
• In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play.