software-development jobs in San Diego

Qualcomm seeks a Senior System Software Engineer to optimize power efficiency across Snapdragon mobile SoCs. The role spans the full lifecycle from architecture and modeling through post-silicon debug, validation, and productization, requiring expertise in firmware, Linux kernel, and system software optimization.…See more Responsibilities include driving end-to-end power optimization across hardware/software boundaries, owning post-silicon power KPI execution, performing trade-off analysis on scheduler and DVFS algorithms, and developing power debug and automation infrastructure. The position demands strong embedded software development experience, deep understanding of computer architecture and OS fundamentals, and hands-on work with firmware and kernel-level tuning.

Qualcomm seeks a Software Engineer to develop power and limits management software for chipsets and SoCs. The role involves analyzing requirements, designing software solutions optimized for power efficiency, performing detailed analysis of existing software to improve performance and memory utilization, and developing profiling and debugging tools.…See more Candidates will work across pre-silicon to commercialization, collaborating with system, power, hardware, and software engineers, and may scope hardware acceleration opportunities.

Senior software engineer designing and developing CI/CD systems, enterprise tooling, and quality processes for thousands of developers at Qualcomm. Responsibilities include building front-end applications, backend services, databases, microservices, and middleware APIs; performing code reviews and automated testing; administering Linux environments; and integrating with SCM tools (GitHub, Gerrit, Perforce).…See more Requires 2+ years software engineering experience with a programming language (C, C++, Java, Python) and a bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science; preferred experience includes CI/CD automation, Python/C#/C tool development, and SCM tool workflows.

Qualcomm seeks a Software Engineer to develop end-to-end solutions across the Android Stack and Linux kernel, working in both user space and kernel space. The role involves collaborating with systems and architecture teams to build system-level software adhering to Android framework and Linux kernel principles.…See more Required expertise includes OS fundamentals, Linux kernel, device driver models, and hands-on experience with Java, C++, Python, Android Application Framework, native services, and debugging tools (gdb, T32, crash analysis). Experience with Linux kernel driver development and AI/ML software development is preferred.

ServiceNow Architect responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing enterprise ServiceNow solutions with 8+ years of implementation/architecture experience and active Secret Clearance. Lead technical delivery across integration, performance optimization, security/compliance, and quality assurance; mentor junior architects and contribute to business development by identifying new service opportunities.…See more Design security and QA plans, conduct performance analysis, create technical documentation, and maintain strong client relationships while staying current with ServiceNow platform developments and federal compliance standards.

Lead Software Engineer role at Petco requiring 8+ years of software engineering experience and leadership of end-to-end development projects. Responsibilities include architecting scalable systems, conducting code reviews, mentoring junior developers, and collaborating with product and cross-functional teams.…See more Required expertise in one or more of Java, C++, or Python, with strong understanding of design patterns, version control, and software best practices.

Entry-level software engineer supporting the development of modeling and data analysis software tools for national security applications. Responsibilities include designing and developing desktop, server backend, and web-based software; analyzing requirements and applying computer science and mathematical principles; and thoroughly testing and documenting software products.…See more Requires a Bachelor's in Computer Science, strong OOP knowledge including design patterns and algorithms, experience with software development and database design, and excellent analytical and communication skills.

Qualcomm seeks a Systems Software Power Engineer to optimize power efficiency across Snapdragon mobile SoCs. The role spans the full lifecycle from architecture and design through post-silicon debug, validation, and productization, requiring deep expertise in power architectures, control loops, and low-power techniques.…See more The engineer will prototype and evaluate power features using pre-silicon platforms and post-silicon bring-up, perform trade-off analysis on scheduler and DVFS algorithms, and develop firmware, Linux kernel, and system-level optimizations. The position demands hands-on embedded software development, Linux kernel experience, computer architecture fundamentals, and electrical engineering knowledge of low-power design principles.

Software engineer responsible for the full software development lifecycle in a maritime cybersecurity environment, from requirements gathering through deployment. Design and develop scalable, distributed applications using Java, C#, Python, C++, and serverless architecture while applying cryptography, network security, endpoint security, and computer network defense principles.…See more Write clean, well-documented code; test and debug applications; and collaborate with security specialists, clients, and technical stakeholders to deliver defensive capabilities and situational awareness tools.

As a Platform Software Architect at Qualcomm, you will design, develop, and validate embedded and cloud edge software for cutting-edge products. You'll work independently on complex system-level solutions, leading design, coding, unit testing, and integration efforts while collaborating across hardware, systems, and test engineering teams.…See more The role requires 4+ years of software engineering experience (or equivalent with advanced degree) and proficiency in languages like C++, Java, or Python. You'll perform code reviews, debug issues, and write technical documentation while providing guidance to team members and influencing key organizational decisions.

Senior Staff Software Engineer leading a small team to develop end-to-end solutions across the Android stack and Linux kernel, working on both user space and kernel space components. The role requires deep expertise in operating systems, Android frameworks, and Linux kernel programming, with collaboration across systems, multimedia, and architecture teams.…See more Candidates must have 6+ years of software engineering experience (or equivalent with advanced degree) and 3+ years hands-on programming in C, C++, Java, or Python, with preferred experience in Android Application Framework, kernel drivers, debugging tools, and system-level programming.

As a CPU SoC Verification Engineer at Google, you will drive ARM-based SoC verification from RTL simulation through post-silicon debug, ensuring functional integrity of CPU subsystems. You will develop robust verification environments, execute Gate Level Simulation (GLS) and timing-annotated workflows, and partner with ATE teams to diagnose hardware failures and stabilize production patterns.…See more The role requires 4+ years of ARM SoC verification experience including cache coherency, NoC interconnects, high-speed bus protocols, and PVT corner analysis. You will translate simulation sequences into production-ready formats and debug complex hardware failures in both virtual and physical silicon environments.

Lead a team of 5 software engineers building software that runs on and interacts with hardware products at an early-stage quantum company. Manage day-to-day resourcing, team allocation, and career development while owning CI/CD practices, process documentation, and technical oversight of the software portfolio.…See more Participate in code reviews, facilitate peer reviews, and work cross-functionally with hardware, firmware, product, and program teams to align software delivery with product schedules. Requires 7–10 years of software engineering experience at SE III/IV level and 2+ years of team leadership or management.

Principal Software Engineer leading architecture and development of fleet management, robotics data management, and manufacturing execution systems (MES) in C++ and Python. You will design software for station monitoring, configuration management, telemetry, logging, and specs/results tracking while setting technical direction for how the automation stack integrates with higher-level management systems.…See more The role requires mentoring engineers, driving architectural decisions on system interfaces and data flow, and maintaining rigorous code quality and engineering practices across a cross-functional team.

Senior Principal Software Engineer leading the Robotic Automation team at Monarch Quantum, responsible for architecting and maintaining complex distributed software systems that manage robotic hardware and manufacturing execution. Requires 10+ years of software engineering experience with 8+ years of professional C++ development and strong Python expertise, including experience designing fleet management, data management, or manufacturing systems.…See more The role combines hands-on coding and code/design review leadership with strategic planning, mentorship, and technical risk mitigation across C++ and Python codebases. Requires U.S. person status due to export-controlled information access.

Design and implement robotics software for multi-robot coordination, motion planning, and trajectory execution. Own the driver layer connecting to robot hardware, develop kinematics and collision-free planning algorithms, and advance the stack with learning-based methods including reinforcement learning and sim-to-real training.…See more Mentor engineers, establish technical direction for the robotics software stack, and ensure motion planning and control systems are reliable, safe, and production-ready on real hardware.

Staff or Senior Staff Software Engineer role leading design and development of Qualcomm's AI Stack (QAIRT/Genie) to enable efficient execution of generative AI models and large language models on low-power Snapdragon platforms. Responsibilities include developing core runtime components for resource-constrained inference systems, optimizing performance/accuracy/power consumption, debugging complex issues, and mentoring junior engineers.…See more Requires 5–8+ years of software development experience with strong C/C++ and Linux proficiency, plus knowledge of hardware acceleration and embedded AI deployment.

Develop in-house GPU drivers for Qualcomm Adreno graphics processors, focusing on Vulkan and D3D12 API implementation for verification and prototyping of next-generation architectures. Work across hardware, verification, and silicon teams to validate GPU function and performance on simulators and emulators.…See more Apply deep knowledge of graphics, computer architecture, operating systems, and GPU programming to solve complex hardware-software integration challenges.

Senior Software Engineer developing swarm robotics systems using C++ for drone and ground-station core processes, Python for web services, and Java/Kotlin for Android clients. The role includes designing new swarming algorithms, extending communication protocols, and driving software architecture improvements and development processes.…See more Requires strong C++ expertise, full-stack web development skills, embedded systems knowledge, Linux proficiency, and a strong mathematical/physics background with vector operations.

This Staff AI Engineer role focuses on architecting and implementing secure, scalable frameworks for autonomous AI agents at enterprise scale. The engineer will lead the technical roadmap for agent management—from provisioning and orchestration to compliance and retirement—while ensuring AI agents are secure by design with built-in visibility and guardrails.…See more The role requires 8+ years of software architecture and backend systems experience, deep knowledge of autonomous agent frameworks (LangChain, AutoGen, CrewAI), and expertise in cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP) and Kubernetes. You'll collaborate cross-functionally with researchers, platform engineers, and product teams to bring agentic AI capabilities to production while establishing best practices for agent safety, observability, and ethical deployment.

Senior Software Engineer role at Philips building full-stack ECG solutions for medical devices. Design, develop, and maintain robust applications using Java, Spring Boot, JavaScript, and Angular, implementing microservices architecture and APIs with GraphQL and RabbitMQ.…See more Lead deployment on AWS (EKS, RDS) with focus on CI/CD, security, and compliance with medical device standards (IEC 62304, HIPAA). Requires 5+ years software engineering experience, cloud expertise, and familiarity with regulated healthcare environments.

Senior software engineer with 5+ years of experience building and debugging Android Automotive and embedded automotive software platforms. You will design, develop, and validate features across Android, Linux, QNX, and middleware layers, performing system integration testing, log analysis, and root-cause debugging.…See more The role requires hands-on programming in Java/Kotlin and C/C++, deep understanding of Android framework and automotive communication protocols (CAN, SOME/IP, MQTT), and ability to drive complex issues to closure in a fast-paced prototyping environment.

Develop and maintain automated test scripts for Snapdragon SoC-based platforms, integrating them into CI/CD workflows and validating critical components including CPU, Kernel, and Performance subsystems. Execute test plans, enhance test frameworks, and troubleshoot platform issues with a focus on Linux distributions and performance optimization.…See more The role requires proficiency in Python and Shell/Bash scripting, basic Linux OS fundamentals, and exposure to CI/CD tools and test automation.

This entry-level backend software engineer role involves designing, developing, and maintaining microservices and APIs for Qualcomm's Compute Sentra SaaS platform, which powers device management and IoT security. You will implement REST APIs, event listeners, and data models in object-oriented languages (Java, Kotlin, C#), work with relational databases and SQL, and deploy services to cloud environments.…See more The role includes code reviews, testing, debugging, and cross-functional collaboration with product and QA teams, with exposure to modern AI-assisted development tools.

Software Engineer II focused on backend development for a fintech lending platform. You will design, develop, and maintain APIs using TypeScript and Node.js, integrate with third-party financial APIs, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deploy infrastructure to AWS.…See more The role requires 3+ years of backend experience, strong TypeScript proficiency, familiarity with React, Jest testing, and microservices architecture.