Jobs at Qualcomm

Design and architect AI-powered engineering productivity solutions and agentic workflows to automate software development lifecycle processes at scale. Build automation platforms, engineering dashboards, and AI-assisted debugging/triage systems while collaborating with engineering and platform teams.…See more Drive adoption of generative AI and LLMs within software engineering workflows, mentor engineers, and define technical direction for productivity services. Requires strong system design skills and proficiency in Python or C++, with preferred experience in LLMs, RAG systems, CI/CD, and internal developer platforms.

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 and driver stack solutions leveraging Qualcomm SoC capabilities while meeting strict latency and power targets.…See more Build components across user-mode and kernel-mode boundaries using UMDF/KMDF, integrating with Windows audio frameworks. Optimize performance and debug complex multi-threaded issues across hardware/software boundaries.

Senior Staff Security Engineer responsible for developing and implementing hardware and software security features across Qualcomm products. Performs advanced security assessments, vulnerability and threat analysis, and develops critical security architectures while leading cross-organizational teams.…See more Requires 6+ years of security engineering experience with a bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science (or equivalent with advanced degree), and proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, Java, or Python.

Design and implement AI-powered engineering productivity solutions, including agentic workflows and automation platforms for large-scale software development organizations. Develop frameworks for AI-assisted debugging, triage, and root cause analysis while building engineering dashboards and operational metrics.…See more Architect and scale engineering automation across the software development lifecycle, partnering with platform and product teams to identify high-value opportunities. Mentor engineers and drive adoption of generative AI and LLM technologies within enterprise software engineering workflows.

Staff IT Cloud Engineer at Qualcomm responsible for designing, implementing, and operating enterprise cloud environments across AWS, OCI, and Azure. Establish CI/CD/GitOps operating models, manage Kubernetes platforms, drive cloud governance and FinOps practices, and mentor engineers on infrastructure modernization and platform reliability.…See more Requires 10+ years of cloud/DevOps experience with advanced Terraform, Kubernetes, and enterprise cloud platform expertise; strong hands-on background in AWS, OCI, or Azure with deep understanding of cloud networking, security, and observability.

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.

Design and architect next-generation mobile computer vision and deep learning systems for Qualcomm's AI accelerators and heterogeneous platforms. Define hardware-aware algorithm implementations, deep learning engine architectures, HW/SW partitioning strategies, and performance/power optimization across CPUs, GPUs, DSPs, NPUs, and dedicated accelerators.…See more Analyze neural network workloads, drive top-down architecture exploration, and collaborate with hardware teams to translate state-of-the-art CV and AI models into efficient mobile implementations.

Windows driver developer role on Qualcomm's Snapdragon platform, responsible for designing and developing drivers and embedded software across the Windows-on-Snapdragon product lifecycle. Requires strong C/C++ and Python skills, deep understanding of OS concepts (Windows/Linux kernel), ARM architecture, and hands-on embedded systems debugging.…See more Will collaborate across internal and external teams to triage issues, support chipset bring-up, and optimize system performance on ARM-based SoCs.

Qualcomm seeks a Windows driver developer to join an Agile Scrum team developing Windows-on-Snapdragon products across their full lifecycle. The role requires strong embedded Windows software development skills, proficiency in C/C++, Python, and Shell scripting, and hands-on experience debugging ARM-based SoCs.…See more You will design and develop key features, gather requirements, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, and triage issues on Qualcomm chipsets.

Qualcomm seeks an ML/computer vision engineer to develop and optimize AI-accelerated vision algorithms for edge devices (mobile, automotive, robotics, AR/VR). You will design algorithms for depth estimation, optical flow, video super-resolution, 3D reconstruction, and SLAM, then optimize deep learning models for resource-constrained SoCs.…See more The role spans algorithm research, model architecture design, performance profiling across memory/compute/power/bandwidth, and cross-functional collaboration with hardware and systems teams to ship production models for key customer segments.

Staff Reliability Engineer to lead reliability strategy for Qualcomm's data center products, owning reliability planning, advanced analysis (device aging, electromigration, wear-out modeling), and qualification test architecture (HTOL, bHAST/THB, ESD/LU). The role requires performing statistical failure-rate modeling, driving design-for-reliability improvements across cross-functional teams, and mentoring junior engineers to establish best practices.…See more Requires 4+ years of reliability engineering experience with expertise in JEDEC standards, silicon process technology, advanced packaging (chiplets, 2.5D/3D integration), and complex Digital SoC qualification.

Senior Staff Windows Developer role focused on debugger development for Windows on Snapdragon products. Responsible for end-to-end software development, debugging, and support across Windows/Linux kernel environments on ARM SoCs.…See more Requires deep expertise in C/C++, kernel internals, device driver programming, and embedded systems debugging with tools like WinDbg and JTAG. Must coordinate with cross-functional teams to triage and resolve chipset issues.

Qualcomm Data Center seeks a Staff Linux Software Engineer to lead development of host-side system software, drivers, and libraries for next-generation datacenter inference accelerators. The role spans driver development, test infrastructure, performance optimization, and security enablement, with emphasis on production-ready Linux-based systems.…See more You will own complex subsystems end-to-end, drive architectural decisions, and provide technical leadership across software, hardware, and platform teams. Core responsibilities include designing Linux user-space and kernel-adjacent drivers in modern C++, architecting CI/test infrastructure, optimizing AI inference performance, and collaborating with hardware, firmware, and cloud teams.

The Senior Program Analyst supports planning, execution, and improvement of cross-functional datacenter initiatives at Qualcomm. Key responsibilities include analyzing datasets to identify operational trends, developing program artifacts (roadmaps, schedules, JIRA tickets, status reports), managing hardware ordering and lab planning across test environments, and tracking deliverables while removing blockers.…See more The role requires proficiency in data analysis tools, Agile/Scrum methodologies, and the ability to translate business needs into clear requirements for technical and business teams.

Lead AI software strategy and architecture for Qualcomm's automotive platform, directing deployment of computer vision, perception systems, LLMs, and generative AI workloads. Drive architectural decisions across multiple products and customer programs while mentoring cross-functional teams.…See more Ensure solutions meet automotive safety, performance, and reliability standards. Requires 8+ years of software/systems engineering experience with deep expertise in AI/ML, C/C++, and automotive software environments.

Qualcomm is seeking a software engineer to develop and optimize 5G/6G Radio Access Network Layer 2 functionality for a Test Base Station. The role focuses on designing real-time, multi-threaded C++ software running on Linux, implementing MAC/RLC/PDCP/SDAP protocols per 3GPP specifications, and optimizing channel schedulers and data-plane paths for latency and throughput.…See more The candidate will debug, profile, and collaborate across distributed teams integrating with Layer 1 (PHY) and Layer 3 (RRC) components.

The RMA Engineer manages Return Material Authorizations for hyperscaler and enterprise server products, handling review, logging, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis of returned hardware down to component level. Responsibilities include diagnosing failures, executing test plans, validating server SKUs across cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and coordinating repair and return-to-service processes.…See more The role requires collaboration with engineering, supply chain, and customer support teams, along with maintaining accurate records and generating trend reports. Required background: Bachelor's in Computer Science or Electrical/Electronics Engineering plus 4+ years of hardware engineering experience (or equivalent with advanced degree).

Develop critical CAD tools and algorithms for VLSI emulation infrastructure at Qualcomm, focusing on synthesis, partitioning, place-and-route, and clock optimization. The role involves C++ software development, Linux-based systems, and hands-on CAD tool design while mentoring team members.…See more Candidates should have 2+ years of ASIC/FPGA design or CAD tool development experience, with strong foundations in data structures, algorithms, and RTL synthesis concepts.

Design, architect, implement, and optimize GPU hardware, drivers, features, and tools at Qualcomm. Write performant code in C++, C, Python, and Perl across graphics and driver layers, maintain pre- and post-silicon test suites, and collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to deliver GPU features and APIs.…See more Requires a strong graphics engineering background and ability to work with senior leadership.

Design, develop, and optimize 5G/6G Radio Access Network Layer 2 software (MAC, RLC, PDCP, SDAP) in C++ running as a Linux service on multi-core platforms. Translate 3GPP specifications into requirements, implement channel schedulers and data-plane paths, and debug for latency, throughput, and reliability.…See more Collaborate across distributed teams on real-time-sensitive, multi-threaded NodeB software with continuous integration support.

As a Senior GPU Software Engineer at Qualcomm, you will architect, design, implement, and optimize GPU hardware, drivers, features, and tools for gaming, XR, and AI applications. You will write performance-critical code in C++, C, Python, and Perl across simulation, emulation, and on-device environments, and maintain comprehensive pre- and post-silicon tests to verify correctness.…See more You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to expose new features, identify design deficiencies, and document solutions. The role requires 2+ years of software/hardware engineering experience (or equivalent with advanced degree) and demonstrable expertise in graphics-focused programming languages.

The RMA Engineer manages Return Material Authorizations for hyperscaler and enterprise server products, handling hardware evaluation, troubleshooting, and disposition. Responsibilities include diagnosing component-level failures, performing root cause analysis, executing test plans, and validating server configurations across AWS, Azure, and GCP environments.…See more The role requires collaboration with engineering, supply chain, and customer support teams, plus inventory management and process coordination. Candidates need a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Electrical/Electronics Engineering with 4+ years of hardware engineering experience (or equivalent via advanced degree).

Principal Software Engineer leading AI software strategy and architecture for Qualcomm's automotive platform. Responsibilities include architecting and deploying advanced AI workloads (computer vision, LLMs, multimodal models, generative AI) on automotive systems, driving cross-functional technical decisions across AI, automotive engineering, and platform teams, mentoring engineers organization-wide, and ensuring solutions meet automotive safety, performance, and reliability requirements.…See more Requires 8+ years of software/systems engineering experience (or equivalent with advanced degree); preferred qualifications include 15+ years in AI/ML, embedded systems, or automotive software, expert C/C++ proficiency, and demonstrated experience with automotive safety standards (ISO 26262, ASPICE), edge AI inference, and Qualcomm AI frameworks.

Develop critical CAD tools and algorithms for Qualcomm's emulation infrastructure, focusing on synthesis, partitioning, place-and-route, and clock optimization for SoC designs. Optimize compute and storage, mentor team members, and apply software design principles in a Linux environment using industry-standard EDA flows.…See more Requires 2+ years of C++ development, CAD tool development, or ASIC/FPGA design experience, with hands-on knowledge of RTL synthesis, VLSI concepts, and data structures/algorithms.