Jobs at Qualcomm

Design, develop, and optimize modem firmware and software for 5G-Advanced and early 6G protocol stacks, working across L1/L2/L3 layers to implement 3GPP-compliant features. Develop real-time embedded software on proprietary RTOS (QuRT) with strict latency and throughput constraints, and architect frameworks for resource management and AI-driven optimization.…See more Collaborate with systems, architecture, and hardware teams on modem integration, performance optimization, and field issue resolution using protocol logs and debugging tools.

Senior Embedded Digital Software Engineer at Qualcomm will independently develop, design, and modify embedded software and specialized utility programs. The role involves analyzing product requirements, collaborating with systems and software architects to design solutions, and optimizing software for operational efficiency.…See more Responsibilities include modifying existing software to correct errors, adapt to new hardware, or improve performance, and participating actively in design reviews and project meetings. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, plus one year of related experience.

As a Machine Learning Engineer at Qualcomm, you will develop and optimize machine learning frameworks, tools, and algorithms for deployment across mobile, edge, automotive, and IoT products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design hardware-software co-optimized solutions, build efficient inference and training systems, and create ML kernels and compiler tools.…See more The role requires proficiency in ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras), embedded systems optimization, and programming languages like Python or C++, with experience in problem domains such as NLP or multimedia.

Design, implement, and verify machine learning software for embedded ARM processors, DSPs, and GPUs in mobile, edge, automotive, and IoT products. Optimize ML kernels, frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch), and compilers to leverage specific hardware capabilities; develop in C++, C, or Python with focus on performance tuning and integration testing.…See more Collaborate with hardware teams on joint design/development, coordinate dependencies across teams, and contribute to design reviews and project meetings.

Design, develop, and optimize modem firmware and software for LTE, 5G-Advanced, and early 6G protocol stacks, implementing 3GPP-compliant features and real-time scheduling algorithms. Develop embedded software on proprietary RTOS (QuRT) with strict latency and throughput constraints, collaborate on modem bring-up and performance optimization, and resolve complex field issues using protocol logs and debugging tools.…See more The role requires strong C/C++ design skills, deep understanding of wireless communication principles (OFDM, MIMO, channel coding), real-time embedded systems expertise, and familiarity with AI/ML optimization techniques for adaptive modem behavior.

Qualcomm is hiring GPU Compiler Engineers to architect, design, implement, and optimize GPU cores and related compiler/driver software. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to verify correctness through functional modeling, graphics testing, and performance/power analysis.…See more Candidates should have 6+ years of software, hardware, or systems engineering experience (or equivalent with advanced degrees), with preferred experience in compiler design, GPU architecture, or graphics drivers.

Qualcomm seeks a Senior AI Performance Architect to design hardware accelerator architectures optimized for AI training at scale. The role involves analyzing GPU/accelerator architectures, defining computational blocks supporting multiple datatypes and precisions, architecting memory and scale-out systems, and codesigning hardware with software/LLM requirements.…See more Responsibilities include competitive analysis, performance modeling, and pre-silicon prediction for ML training workloads. The ideal candidate spans software architecture, algorithm development, kernel optimization, and hardware accelerator design.

Design and develop embedded platform software for CPU, DSP, and NPU processors in Qualcomm's Snapdragon SoC portfolio, optimizing for AI inference, computer vision, and multimedia workloads. Build high-performance drivers, runtime libraries, and multi-processor frameworks that unlock DSP and AI hardware acceleration.…See more Profile and optimize system performance at the microarchitecture level to achieve low latency and low power on resource-constrained platforms. Collaborate with hardware, tools, and firmware teams to evaluate design trade-offs and support commercialization with OEM partners.

Senior embedded DSP software engineer role developing platform software for CPU, DSP, and NPU processors in Snapdragon SoCs. Responsibilities include designing multi-processor multimedia and AI frameworks, developing high-performance drivers and runtime libraries, profiling and optimizing system performance for DSP acceleration, and collaborating with hardware and firmware teams on design trade-offs.…See more Requires strong C/C++ programming, real-time operating systems, driver development, and computer architecture expertise, with experience optimizing software on resource-constrained platforms.

Staff-level XR software engineer supporting Qualcomm's ecosystem partners in designing and deploying AR/VR solutions using next-generation XR technologies. The role requires architecting end-to-end XR solutions, collaborating across technical and product teams, and acting as a liaison between Qualcomm's XR engineering and partner teams.…See more Candidates need 4+ years of software development experience, proficiency in C/C++, Java, or Python, and familiarity with XR SDKs (Unity, Unreal, Oculus, Vive, Magic Leap, Nreal, Qualcomm). Preferred experience includes Android development, Unity 3D with shaders, graphics/rendering, embedded systems, and strong debugging and systems architecture skills.

Senior XR Software Engineer responsible for designing, building, testing, and supporting end-to-end XR solutions for ecosystem partners and device OEMs. The role bridges Qualcomm's XR engineering team and partner teams, involving architecture of AR/VR solutions, proof-of-concept deployments, and partner demonstrations.…See more Requires 2+ years of software development experience, proficiency in C/C++/Java/Python, and hands-on debugging skills; preferred qualifications include Unity/Unreal development, Android OS knowledge, graphics/rendering expertise, and 3+ years of embedded systems experience.

Embedded software engineer role focused on mobile chipset technology for QCT division. Responsibilities include verifying and debugging software stability issues, designing scalable build system software, collaborating with hardware and systems engineering teams to meet performance KPIs, and contributing to software product roadmap development.…See more Requires 2+ years of embedded software development and device driver experience, proficiency in C/C++/assembly, knowledge of real-time operating systems and CPU architecture, and familiarity with build systems like SCons and debugging tools like JTAG.

Senior staff engineer responsible for designing, developing, and debugging platform software drivers and modules for next-generation automotive SoCs. Will lead development efforts across multiple domains including Linux/QNX kernels, bootloaders, device drivers, multimedia systems, and low-power management frameworks.…See more Requires 6+ years of software engineering experience with deep hands-on expertise in embedded systems, ARM architecture, C/C++ programming, and SoC hardware debugging. Will collaborate with hardware, systems, and test teams to deliver automotive infotainment, telematics, and autonomous driving solutions.

Senior Director and Chief of Staff role supporting the SVP and Head of Data Center Engineering at Qualcomm. Responsibilities include strategic planning across AI inference, server CPU, custom silicon, networking, and hardware systems; driving operating cadence and cross-functional execution; coordinating communication between engineering leadership and stakeholders; managing high-priority initiatives from concept through execution; and establishing KPIs and risk assessments to track organizational performance.…See more Requires 12+ years in business operations or engineering environments, with preferred experience in semiconductor, cloud, AI, or data center contexts.

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.

As a System Performance Engineer at Qualcomm, you will optimize and validate power, performance, and thermal behavior of Snapdragon chipsets across mobile, compute, automotive, IoT, and data center platforms. You will profile complex concurrent system use-cases in emulation and software environments (Android/Linux/Windows), define performance analysis plans across CPU, GPU, and AI/ML workloads, identify optimization opportunities in SoC architecture, and triage performance issues to root cause.…See more You will collaborate with cross-functional hardware, software, and architecture teams, mentor junior engineers, and prepare technical recommendations for senior leadership. The role requires strong programming skills (Python, C/C++), deep knowledge of ARM SoC architecture, memory hierarchy, system interconnects, and hands-on experience with power/performance analysis tools and benchmarks.

Design and develop camera firmware and image-processing software for Qualcomm IoT devices, including ISP drivers, 3A algorithms, and image-quality systems. Architect embedded camera subsystems optimized for power and performance, leveraging ARM, DSP, GPU, and ML accelerators.…See more Lead full software lifecycle from concept through commercialization on Linux and Android platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver production-ready imaging solutions.

Qualcomm is seeking a Software Engineer to develop 5G/6G wireless systems for a Test Base Station platform. The role focuses on designing and implementing Radio Access Network Layer 2 (MAC, RLC, PDCP, SDAP) functionality in C++ as a Linux service, including channel configuration, scheduler optimization, and multi-threaded, real-time software.…See more Responsibilities span specification interpretation, feature development through commercialization, cross-layer integration with RRC and PHY components, and performance optimization for latency and throughput.

A software security engineer role focused on vulnerability research, secure embedded software design, and tool development for government partners. The engineer will perform end-to-end vulnerability analysis against software stacks, design and implement embedded solutions, conduct code reviews and regression testing, and write technical documentation.…See more The role requires 2+ years of programming experience in C/C++/Java/Python, strong knowledge of x86 and ARM architectures, Linux fundamentals, reverse engineering tools (IDA Pro, Ghidra), and experience with security vulnerability identification and remediation.

Design and develop CPU software architecture for Qualcomm's custom processors across mobile, laptop, automotive, cloud, and server platforms. Work on ARMv9 architecture features, firmware development, and hardware-software co-design, including performance optimization and system-level software enablement.…See more Participate in code reviews, debugging, unit testing, and technical documentation while collaborating with cross-functional hardware and software teams. Requires 8+ years of software engineering experience with strong C/C++ programming skills and embedded systems expertise.

As a Senior Staff Frontend Software Engineer on Qualcomm's AI Hub Cloud Services team, you will design, develop, and maintain a modern cloud service for preparing and testing ML models, with primary focus on the React/TypeScript web frontend while contributing to the Python backend. You will implement features using modern frontend tooling (React Router, TanStack Query, Tailwind), build and consume RESTful APIs, participate in UX/design reviews, and write well-tested, maintainable code.…See more You will work on a cloud service deployed to AWS with Kubernetes, collaborating closely with senior engineers and cross-functional partners on a fast-moving team.

Sr Staff Frontend Software Engineer contributing to Qualcomm's cloud-based ML model preparation and testing platform. Primary responsibility is developing and maintaining the React/TypeScript web frontend while maintaining working knowledge of the Python backend; you will design, implement, and test features, participate in UX/design reviews, build RESTful APIs, and collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional teams on a fast-moving cloud service deployed to AWS with Kubernetes.See more

Senior Staff Security Engineer responsible for developing hardware and software security features, conducting advanced security assessments and vulnerability analysis, and designing security architectures for Qualcomm products. The role requires deep security expertise to identify design and implementation vulnerabilities, lead cross-organizational teams on security adoption, and ensure product security throughout the lifecycle.…See more Requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science with 6+ years of security engineering experience (or equivalent with advanced degree), plus proficiency in programming languages like C, C++, Java, or Python.

Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for wireless modem and broadband networking systems, working across connectivity protocols, system services, and platform layers. Debug and resolve technical issues using structured problem-solving, conduct code reviews, and collaborate with cross-functional teams (System Engineering, RF, Ethernet, Wi-Fi) to deliver high-quality, scalable software.…See more Participate in the full development lifecycle including on-target and off-target kernel debugging, and support field issues by analyzing and fixing complex functional, performance, and stability problems.

Own end-to-end feature development for Voice AI on Windows, including wake-on-voice, ASR, translation, transcription, and TTS. Design and implement Windows audio driver stack solutions (UMDF/KMDF) that leverage Qualcomm SoC CPU/DSP/NPU capabilities while meeting strict latency and power targets.…See more Debug complex multi-threaded, multi-processor issues across hardware/software boundaries and optimize for low-power always-on scenarios. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, DSP, ML, systems, product) and communicate status, risks, and mitigations to stakeholders.