platform-software jobs in San Diego

Staff-level software engineer responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining debug software across firmware, operating systems, platform software, and host tooling at the system level. The role requires deep expertise in debugging complex SoCs and high-performance CPU architectures, including JTAG, trace, and crash analysis, with proficiency in C, C++, assembly, and Python.…See more You will troubleshoot integrated system defects, collaborate across hardware and firmware teams to identify root causes, and drive technical decisions during design and debug reviews. This position demands strong systems knowledge, independent technical ownership, and the ability to influence architectural decisions across a cross-functional organization.

Lead automotive software platform engineering programs at Qualcomm as the chief technical counterpart to OEM customers. Manage end-to-end program delivery from conception through SOP, coordinating cross-functional Qualcomm teams (hardware, software, systems, safety, security) while serving as the voice of the customer in internal forums.…See more Define technical solutions around SoCs, BSPs, platform software, and reference architectures; anticipate customer needs and translate them into platform requirements. Requires 6–8+ years of software engineering experience with strong embedded systems and automotive systems background (compute platforms, embedded OS stacks, ADAS architecture).

Director of Engineering leading Qualcomm's automotive platform software strategy and execution for OEM customers. Acts as chief technical counterpart for ADAS programs, managing end-to-end software engineering projects from RFI/RFQ through SOP while coordinating internal cross-functional teams (hardware, software, systems, safety, security).…See more Requires 8+ years software engineering experience with 4+ years hands-on programming (C, C++, Java, Python) and proven background in automotive systems architecture, embedded stacks (QNX/Linux/Android), and safety frameworks (ISO 26262, ASPICE).

Lead end-to-end execution of Qualcomm Data Center SoC software programs from architecture through production release, managing integrated schedules, dependencies, and cross-functional coordination across firmware, embedded software, system software, platform software, validation, and productization teams. Drive software readiness activities aligned to silicon and product milestones, track feature maturity and critical dependencies, and escalate risks impacting product schedules.…See more Communicate complex technical and program status to Director-level and executive leadership, establish execution frameworks supporting requirements traceability and release governance, and drive alignment across internal engineering teams and external ecosystem partners.

VP-level leadership role overseeing end-to-end software architecture and development for Qualcomm's data center CPU platforms, including server firmware, networking, platform management, and cloud-native infrastructure. Responsible for defining the software roadmap spanning compilers, runtimes, orchestration, lifecycle management, and customer deployment readiness.…See more Will build and scale a global software engineering organization, establish engineering best practices and release discipline, and serve as a senior technical engagement point for hyperscaler and enterprise customers. Requires 15+ years of systems/infrastructure/data center software experience and 6+ years managing engineering teams and complex cross-functional execution.

Principal Engineering role leading automotive platform software initiatives at Qualcomm, serving as the chief technical counterpart to OEM engineering leadership. Responsibilities include developing deep understanding of OEM roadmaps and architectures, leading all technical aspects of business acquisition and delivery execution, coordinating cross-functional Qualcomm engineering teams (HW, SW, systems, safety, security), and representing customer needs in internal forums.…See more Requires 6–8+ years of software engineering experience (depending on degree level), with 4+ years in C, C++, Java, or Python, and preferred expertise in automotive systems, compute platform architecture, and embedded software stacks (QNX, Linux, Android).

Lead Qualcomm's GenAI transformation for embedded and software engineering, building reusable AI agents, agentic workflows, and developer productivity tools that scale across teams. Partner with platform and engineering teams to establish secure AI practices, governance models, and metrics while serving as a technical thought leader who shapes the organization's transition to AI-native engineering workflows.…See more Requires Principal-level technical leadership with deep expertise in generative AI, LLM-based systems, and hands-on experience deploying GenAI solutions in complex engineering environments. Collaborate on code generation, code review, test automation, and release readiness use cases while driving measurable productivity and quality improvements.

Director/Principal Engineer leading all technical aspects of automotive software programs with OEM customers, including Cockpit (IVI) and ADAS initiatives. Responsibilities span technical leadership of SoC, platform software, tools, and system integration; program execution across concept through SOP and maintenance phases; and serving as the primary technical liaison between customer engineering executives and Qualcomm's internal teams.…See more The role requires coordinating cross-functional engineering workstreams (hardware, software, systems, safety, security, tools, test), driving resolution of critical technical issues, and translating customer needs into platform requirements and solutions.