DSP Applications Software Engineer

Qualcomm

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Work type: On-site
Location: Austin, TX
Salary: $127,200–$190,800 / yr
Posted: 87 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Closes: Dec 13, 2026
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · DSP Applications Software Engineer

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The DSP Applications Software Engineer joins the team responsible for developing Qualcomm AI solutions. In this role, the engineer collaborates with the architecture team to define next-generation NSP and works to enable state of the art network models and new AI software features to meet specific customer use cases. Daily responsibilities include evaluating and optimizing neural networks for runtime performance and accuracy while developing the AI software stack on Qualcomm NSP. The position requires expertise in embedded systems development, C/C++, and Python. Candidates should possess experience with AI/ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or ONNX, along with a background in mathematical algorithms using fast math libraries and vector instruction sets. This role focuses on solving technical challenges within the domain of high-performance microprocessor design to deliver advanced artificial intelligence capabilities.

Skills

C++ Python Pytorch Tensor flow ONNX Embedded Systems DSP Neural Networks Vector Instruction Sets Microprocessor Design Mathematical Algorithms

What you'll do

Collaborate with the architecture team to define next-generation NSP designs.
Enable state-of-the-art network models and new AI software features for customer use-cases.
Evaluate and optimize neural network runtime performance and accuracy.
Develop the AI software stack on Qualcomm NSP platforms.
Implement mathematical algorithms using fast math libraries and vector instruction sets.
Debug and troubleshoot complex issues within embedded systems and high-performance microprocessors.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
At least 2 years of experience in Software, Electrical, or Systems Engineering with a Bachelor's degree.
At least 1 year of experience in Software, Electrical, or Systems Engineering with a Master's degree.
At least 2 years of experience with high-performance microprocessor design.
Experience in embedded systems development and proficiency in C/C++ and Python.
Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks like PyTorch, TensorFlow, or ONNX and mathematical algorithms using vector instruction sets.

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