Software Engineer, Core AI Software

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 a Qualcomm AI 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 position, you will be responsible for assisting with the software design and development of the Qualcomm AI Stack features within Qualcomm AI Runtime ( QAIRT ) SDK , specifically Core software including Generative AI Inference Extensions (Genie) . You will contribute to the efficient execution of advanced deep neural networks (DNNs), large language models (LLMs), and other modern AI architectures.

You will have the opportunity to demonstrate your passion for software design and development through your analytical, design, programming, and debugging skills.

Responsibilities

Develop software for the Qualcomm AI Stack SDKs , specifically QAIRT and Genie, to support the execution of the latest generative AI models on Snapdragon platforms .

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 AI software solutions.

Assist in feature development and application of machine learning techniques into products and AI solutions, enabling customers to do the same.

Contribute to a culture of technical excellence, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement within the AI Software team.

Participate in design and code reviews.

Work independently with minimal supervision .

Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 2+ 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 1+ year of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.

OR

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

Preferred Qualifications :

Principal Duties and Responsibilities :

Level of Responsibility :

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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits :

$122,800.00 - $184,200.00

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. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm.  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. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this  link .

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