foundational-models jobs in San Diego

Design and architect AI/ML platforms optimized for Qualcomm's hardware (GPU/NPU) and software stack, with focus on end-to-end performance analysis, algorithm tuning, and system bottleneck reduction. Analyze ML workloads across Computer Vision, Audio, Generative AI, and Agentic AI domains; correlate device performance against pre-silicon predictions; and develop reference implementations and tools for third-party developers.…See more Requires 15+ years in high-performance computing systems engineering or software with 5+ years in AI system optimization, strong expertise in AI frameworks and performance profiling, and ability to lead cross-functional teams and articulate complex technical concepts.

Principal-level AI/ML Platform Architect responsible for designing and optimizing AI/ML systems across Qualcomm's hardware and software stacks, particularly for Windows PC/Laptop platforms. The role requires deep expertise in performance optimization, bottleneck analysis, and end-to-end system characterization across GPUs, NPUs, and multiple AI domains (computer vision, audio, generative AI, agentic AI).…See more Candidates must demonstrate 15+ years in high-performance computing systems engineering with 5+ years specifically in AI system optimization, and will interface with cross-functional teams to deliver reference implementations, tools, and documentation for third-party developers.