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$103,600 – $155,400 · Posted 7 days ago

Design, develop, and optimize real-time embedded modem software for Qualcomm's cellular platforms (5G/6G), working close to the metal with performant C/C++ on DSP and Arm cores across protocol layers, drivers, and RTOS components. Own end-to-end feature delivery from requirements through on-target validation, with strict latency, memory, and power constraints. Pioneer AI-native development practices by integrating code-generation agents, LLM-based code review, and automated test synthesis into daily workflows to accelerate delivery and debugging. Debug complex multi-layer issues on target hardware, increasingly leveraging AI-assisted log and crash analysis.

San DiegoLast seen 4 days ago
$179,200 – $268,800 · Posted 7 days ago

Qualcomm seeks an experienced Staff Product Manager to define and drive the Linux platform roadmap across Snapdragon-based AI PCs, Edge AI systems, and enterprise computing solutions. The role spans product strategy, Linux distribution enablement, upstream kernel and driver strategy, and AI developer platform support. You will gather customer and ecosystem requirements, create product roadmaps, collaborate with OEMs, ISVs, Linux distribution partners, and open-source communities to deliver optimized Linux experiences on Snapdragon platforms. Success requires translating market needs into platform requirements, managing cross-functional alignment across hardware, firmware, kernel, and AI software layers.

San DiegoLast seen 4 days ago
$132,000 – $178,000 · Posted 7 days ago

Senior Firmware Engineer responsible for developing and optimizing low-level embedded software in C++ for flight-critical avionics and UAS systems. Will port frameworks to new RTOSes and hardware platforms, create board support packages and hardware abstraction layers, develop peripheral drivers (I2C, SPI, UART, ADC, wireless), and conduct unit/integration testing including MISRA C compliance. Requires 5+ years embedded systems experience, bachelor's degree in Aerospace/Electrical/Systems/Mechanical Engineering, U.S. citizenship, and ability to obtain DoD security clearance.

San DiegoLast seen 4 days ago
$111,300 – $166,900 · Posted 8 days ago

This role involves evolving Qualcomm's Robotic Process Automation capabilities into next-generation agentic automation solutions. The Senior Agentic Automations Engineer will design and deploy AI-driven agents, enterprise chatbots, and workflow engines, leading technical delivery across a global team while integrating RPA platforms like Automation Anywhere with containerized architectures. Key responsibilities include defining automation standards, building full-stack enterprise applications, and ensuring secure integration with enterprise systems using Docker, Kubernetes, and agentic frameworks like LangGraph and n8n.

San DiegoLast seen 7 days ago
$114,000 – $239,400 · Posted 8 days ago

Tesla seeks an embedded software engineer to develop firmware for cell formation manufacturing systems. The role involves writing embedded C and Python code for real-time controls, battery management algorithms, power conversion, and functional safety across prototyping through high-volume production. You will collaborate with manufacturing and electrical engineering teams on hardware bring-up, system validation, and production integration. The position requires proficiency in C/C++, embedded protocols (CAN, UDS, etc.), and a strong foundation in electrical engineering concepts and software fundamentals.

San DiegoLast seen 7 days ago
$185,000 – $245,000 · Posted 8 days ago

Design, architect, and build real-time user interface applications for remote piloting of automated aircraft systems, ranging from embedded UIs on aviation hardware to browser-based applications. You will own the full lifecycle of these safety-critical, pilot-facing applications, working with software engineers, designers, systems engineers, and pilots to create certifiable, user-centered systems. The role requires 5+ years of C/C++ development experience and 5+ years building user-facing software for high-performance or mission-critical applications.

San DiegoLast seen 6 days ago
Posted 8 days ago

AMD seeks a Principal Compiler Architect to lead the design and optimization of LLVM-based compilers for AMD GPUs, focusing on performance improvements for ML frameworks and HPC applications. The role involves working with architecture specialists on hardware bring-ups, debugging compiler issues, and developing groundbreaking compilation technologies for current and future GPU hardware. The candidate will apply data-driven optimization strategies, stay current with hardware and software trends, and collaborate across teams to enhance compiler support for ML and HPC workloads. Required expertise includes strong C/C++ programming, understanding of GPU execution models, and ideally a track record of open-source LLVM contributions.

San DiegoLast seen 6 days ago
$87,100 – $157,450 · Posted 8 days ago

This Embedded Software Engineer role at Leidos involves designing and developing high-performance embedded software for custom System-on-Chip (SoC) hardware in electronic warfare applications. You will write low-level C/C++ code for multi-core systems (DSP, ARM, RISC-V), perform hardware-software co-design and validation, and build software development kits for end users. The position requires 4+ years of embedded systems experience, deep understanding of hardware architectures, and proficiency in reading datasheets, test-driven development, and real-time operating systems.

San DiegoLast seen 6 days ago
$177,300 – $265,900 · Posted 8 days ago

Design and develop frontend features for PlayStation across PS5, mobile, and other platforms using React Native and web technologies. Architect complex, scalable UI components and applications with strong object-oriented design principles, working across multiple teams to deliver production-ready features. Collaborate with product, design, and QA teams to translate requirements into technical implementations, while mentoring peers and driving engineering best practices through code review and architectural guidance.

San DiegoLast seen 6 days ago
$145,000 – $220,000 · Posted 8 days ago

Senior Embedded Software Engineer role focused on R&D and production software development for next-generation radar products. S. sponsibilities include building embedded Linux systems, supporting system integration on custom hardware, and maintaining deployed software for U.S. and international defense customers. Requires 4+ years of professional object-oriented software development with C/C++ and Python, extensive Linux experience, and familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies. Must be a U.S. Person with ability to access U.S.-only data systems.

San DiegoLast seen 6 days ago
$110,000 – $151,000 · Posted 8 days ago

). Rehost and reverse-engineer unknown firmware by analyzing binaries and hardware dependencies, then develop virtual device models and digital simulations validated against real hardware behavior. r unknown firmware by analyzing binaries and hardware dependencies, then develop virtual device models and digital simulations validated against real hardware behavior. Work within a small focused team on architecture, implementation, testing, and technical documentation of modular emulation software.

San DiegoLast seen 7 days ago
$140,800 – $211,200 · Posted 8 days ago

Design, develop, and optimize machine learning systems for production AI platforms, including model development, inference optimization, and scalable ML infrastructure. Build training-to-deployment pipelines, optimize model serving for latency and cost, and integrate LLMs and generative AI models into microservices and APIs. Develop data pipelines for ingestion, preprocessing, and feature engineering while collaborating cross-functionally with product, platform, and hardware teams to deliver end-to-end ML solutions.

San DiegoLast seen 7 days ago
$184,974 – $268,400 · Posted 8 days ago

Lead ADAS R&D software engineering efforts for autonomous vehicle perception and decision systems at Qualcomm. Design, develop, and optimize embedded software blocks including deep-learning-based camera perception, lidar/radar perception, multi-sensor fusion, object tracking, behavior prediction, trajectory planning, and vehicle control. Develop efficient middleware for sensor data sharing and SDKs enabling customer proof-of-concepts. Requires Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field plus 7 years of related experience.

San DiegoLast seen 6 days ago
Posted 8 days ago

Lead a specialized team of software engineers developing innovative Pixel sensor experiences at the intersection of hardware, software, and AI. You will drive the design and implementation of real-time embedded systems that process sensor signals efficiently while applying machine-learning and signal-processing algorithms in a power-optimized manner. Required: 8 years software development experience, 5 years in computer vision or signal processing, 5 years leading ML design and infrastructure optimization, and 3 years technical leadership. This role demands deep expertise in embedded software, AI/ML algorithms, sensor fusion, and the ability to independently architect systems while managing a team.

San DiegoLast seen 6 days ago
$134,800 – $202,200 · Posted 8 days ago

Join Qualcomm's Enterprise AI Engineering organization as a BizAI Tech Functional Engineer, bridging business stakeholders in Finance, Sales, and SCM with the AI engineering team. You will design and deliver AI-driven agents, natural-language analytics, and workflow automations on Qualcomm's unified BizAI platform, integrating with enterprise systems like Databricks, Oracle, Salesforce, and M365. The role requires full-stack technical expertise (Python, TypeScript, FastAPI, n8n, Kubernetes) combined with functional fluency to translate process pain points into governed, production-grade solutions that meet SOX, security, and auditability standards. You'll support adoption through enablement and hands-on guidance while defining standards for scalability and compliance across the enterprise.

San DiegoLast seen 6 days ago
$111,300 – $166,900 · Posted 8 days ago

This role focuses on designing, developing, and deploying next-generation agentic automation solutions that replace and extend traditional RPA capabilities across enterprise systems. The engineer will architect AI-driven agents, chatbots, and workflow engines; lead technical delivery for a global matrixed team; and integrate platforms like Automation Anywhere with modern agentic frameworks and containerized infrastructure. Success requires 7+ years in automation engineering or software development, strong proficiency in Python, Rust, and TypeScript, hands-on experience with agentic runtimes (n8n, LangGraph, Agno), and deep expertise in Docker, Kubernetes, enterprise security, and process optimization.

San DiegoLast seen 6 days ago
$141,600 – $212,400 · Posted 8 days ago

As a Staff Graphics Software Engineer, you will architect, design, implement, and optimize GPU hardware, drivers, features, and tools for next-generation gaming, XR, and AI experiences. You will write complex code in C++, C, Perl, and Python across simulation, emulation, and on-device environments, develop comprehensive pre- and post-silicon tests, and collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders. The role requires 4+ years of relevant software/hardware engineering experience (or equivalent with advanced degree) and deep graphics and GPU expertise. You will work independently with minimal supervision while providing guidance to team members and influencing key organizational decisions.

San DiegoLast seen 7 days ago
$132,000 – $178,000 · Posted 8 days ago

Senior Firmware Engineer role focused on developing and optimizing low-level embedded software in C++ for flight-critical avionics and unmanned aerial systems (UAS). You will port frameworks to new RTOSes and hardware platforms, create Board Support Packages and Hardware Abstraction Layers for ARM Cortex-M architectures, develop peripheral drivers (I2C, SPI, UART, ADC, wireless), and conduct unit/integration testing including MISRA C compliance checks. You'll diagnose cross-domain issues across electromechanical, software, networking, and RF subsystems, and translate mission requirements into technical specifications and test documentation.

San DiegoLast seen 6 days ago
Posted 8 days ago

Senior embedded software engineer role developing mission-critical firmware for Amazon's Leo satellite constellation. Responsibilities include architecting ASIC firmware, RF communication subsystems, secure boot operations, real-time embedded software, and hardware interfaces using protocols like I2C, SPI, UART, and Ethernet. The role requires security-by-design principles, threat modeling, secure coding practices, and collaboration with hardware architects and systems engineers to bring custom silicon from concept through secure bring-up and production integration.

San DiegoLast seen 6 days ago
$140,000 – $200,000 · Posted 9 days ago

Lead the design, architecture, and development of native Windows desktop applications using Windows App SDK, WinUI, C#, XAML, and C++. Define best practices for Windows development, drive accessibility efforts across Microsoft UI Automation frameworks, and take full ownership of feature lifecycles from conception through maintenance. Collaborate with product designers, UX researchers, and QA to shape the Windows platform roadmap. Diagnose and resolve complex bugs, performance bottlenecks, memory leaks, and compatibility issues while mentoring other engineers and conducting code reviews.

San DiegoLast seen 7 days ago
$150,000 – $185,000 · Posted 9 days ago

Staff Software Engineer responsible for leading macro-level technical design, architectural implementation, and development of critical embedded software subsystems in C++ and Qt. The role owns end-to-end software lifecycle deliverables, conducts architecture and design reviews, ensures FDA/IVDR regulatory compliance, and mentors junior engineers. Requires 10+ years of professional experience with complex embedded systems, expert-level C/C++ proficiency, and mastery of object-oriented design and UML modeling.

San DiegoLast seen 7 days ago
Posted 9 days ago

Design, develop, and implement modem power optimization features within the modem protocol stack for Pixel devices. Analyze power consumption across LTE and 5G NR network conditions to identify optimization opportunities, collaborate with modem vendors and platform teams on power reduction initiatives, and build automated power measurement tools and dashboards to track KPIs. Requires 1+ years of C/C++ coding experience and hands-on power management of embedded mobile devices, with strong performance analysis, debugging, and optimization skills for low-level systems.

San DiegoLast seen 7 days ago
Posted 9 days ago

Senior Modem Firmware Engineer responsible for designing, developing, and integrating 5G cellular modem modules into OpenWrt-based router and gateway platforms. Owns the end-to-end modem stack including kernel drivers, user-space daemons, and network configuration to deliver reliable connectivity, failover, and optimal throughput. Develops and maintains USB/PCIe drivers, implements QMI/RMNET/AT command interfaces, configures routing policies, and debugs connectivity issues across RF, baseband, driver, and user-space layers. Requires 4+ years embedded Linux development, 2+ years OpenWrt or similar, and 2+ years cellular modem integration experience.

San DiegoLast seen 7 days ago
$140,000 – $180,000 · Posted 9 days ago

Lead an embedded Linux software team building mission-critical defense systems, splitting time between management and individual contribution. Design and implement C/C++ Linux daemons, REST APIs, and system services for aerial platforms and deployable manufacturing infrastructure. Manage team standups, architecture reviews, and cross-functional coordination with autonomy, avionics, and mechanical/electrical engineering. Engineer for real-time performance, security, and reliability while owning developer experience, CI/CD pipelines, and field operability.

San DiegoLast seen 7 days ago
$140,000 – $185,000 · Posted 9 days ago

Senior Software QA Engineer responsible for validating Firestorm's avionics platform—embedded Linux and RTOS flight computers, drivers, middleware, and safety-critical interfaces. Will design and execute risk-based test strategies (feature, exploratory, regression, acceptance) across HIL/SIL rigs, build Python-driven automation for serial/CAN/Ethernet I/O and fault injection, and instrument diagnostics to isolate timing and state issues before Flight Test. Expected to own system testing end-to-end, validate robustness under degraded conditions (jitter, packet loss, brownouts, watchdog resets), and collaborate with avionics, autonomy, radio, and payload teams to harden reliability on aircraft.

San DiegoLast seen 7 days ago