system-architecture jobs in San Diego

Qualcomm's XR Architecture Team seeks a systems architect to drive next-generation VR, AR, smart glasses, and wearable AI SOC architectures. The role involves collaborating with product management and OEM partners to define use cases, specify system-on-chip requirements, conduct on-target profiling, and perform HW-SW partitioning and feature analysis to optimize for power and performance.…See more Responsibilities include system-level modeling, validation of power and performance KPIs, and defining forward-looking architecture features to influence the SOC roadmap. The candidate will work cross-functionally with technology experts to shape strategic direction in AR/VR/wearable AI domains.

Senior/Staff Software Engineer role developing driver, diagnostic, and embedded software for intravascular ultrasound systems using C++. Responsibilities include architecting and designing embedded software, creating detailed design documentation (specifications, architecture, design documents), developing driver software for hardware-application communication, and interfacing with cross-functional teams including hardware, electrical, and system engineers.…See more Requires 8+ years of embedded/software development experience, strong C++ expertise, BS/MS in Computer Science or related field, and experience creating detailed design documentation; digital signal/image processing and CUDA knowledge are preferred.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and optimize software solutions for Qualcomm's next-generation data center platforms, with a focus on Linux Kernel development in virtualization (KVM), scheduling, memory management (IOMMU), and power/performance management (DVFS) for ARM-based systems. You will debug complex issues using JTAG debuggers, contribute to upstream open-source projects, and lead a team of engineers.…See more The role requires expertise in C/C++, Linux Kernel internals, ARMv8/ARMv9 architecture, system architecture analysis, and hands-on experience with FPGA and QEMU-based pre-silicon development.

Staff Product Owner responsible for executing the product roadmap for mobile applications across iOS and Android platforms at Stryker. Translate product strategy, customer workflows, and business needs into prioritized epics, user stories, and development-ready backlog items.…See more Guide product capabilities from concept through development, validation, release, and continuous improvement. Develop working knowledge of system architecture, APIs, integrations, and collaborate across engineering, design, quality, and clinical teams to resolve product and delivery challenges.

Senior Software Architect role leading technical strategy for complex manufacturing systems including additive manufacturing, machine control software, MES/ERP integrations, and fleet telemetry. Requires 8+ years of software engineering with 3+ years in architect/principal engineer roles, deep proficiency in C++, Rust, Python, C#, or Go, and hands-on experience with real-time systems, edge computing, motion control, and high-rate sensor data processing.…See more Responsibilities include architectural design, mentoring engineering teams, trade-off analyses, and cross-functional collaboration on New Product Introduction cycles, with expectation to operate credibly at both executive and hands-on technical levels.

As Technical Product Manager 2, you will develop and execute product strategy, technical roadmap, and value propositions for custom and standard embedded computing systems. You will translate customer, market, regulatory, and engineering inputs into clear product requirements, system-level specifications, and lifecycle plans.…See more The role requires close collaboration with engineering, sales, marketing, operations, and quality teams to ensure products meet technical requirements, financial objectives, and manufacturability expectations. You will define technical requirements, conduct competitive analysis, support pricing and configuration decisions, manage product lifecycle, and serve as the technical subject matter expert for assigned embedded computing product lines.

Lead architecture, design, and development of XR platform software (AR/VR/MR) on Snapdragon platforms, working across system architecture, embedded software, graphics, AI/ML, and computer vision. Translate product requirements into implementation specifications, drive architectural trade-offs for performance and power efficiency, and provide technical leadership across multiple teams.…See more Requires strong C++ proficiency, experience with heterogeneous computing systems (CPUs, GPUs, DSPs, AI accelerators), Android/Linux embedded platforms, and 8+ years of software engineering experience.

Qualcomm seeks a Principal Engineer to lead the architecture, design, and development of XR platform software (AR/VR/MR) on Snapdragon platforms. The role requires deep expertise in C++, heterogeneous computing (CPUs, GPUs, DSPs, AI accelerators), Android/Linux embedded systems, and system-level performance optimization.…See more Responsibilities include defining platform requirements, conducting architecture trade-offs for power/latency/performance, collaborating with computer vision and AI/ML teams, and driving technical decisions across multiple product areas. The ideal candidate brings commercial product experience and expertise in computer vision, graphics, SLAM, sensor fusion, or XR frameworks.

Design, develop, and sustain Windows desktop control software for complex electro-mechanical semiconductor test handlers using C++ and C#. Responsibilities span full lifecycle development—architecture, integration, deployment, and customer support—with focus on system uptime, safety, and reliability.…See more Own hardware integration (motion controllers, machine vision, robotics, sensors, barcode readers), troubleshoot field issues, and drive system architecture across product variants. Mentor engineers and collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, field service, and customer teams.