Machine Learning Engineer - Generative AI

Qualcomm

Actively hiring
San Diego, CA Posted 62 days ago $104,000–$156,000 / year
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TL;DR

Qualcomm Technologies is hiring a senior Machine Learning Engineer to join its Modem Technologies Software team, focusing on cutting-edge generative AI solutions. The role involves designing and implementing RAG-based systems to enhance Large Language Models with external knowledge sources, developing fine-tuning strategies for specific use cases, and building robust evaluation frameworks. Engineers will also create autonomous workflows for intelligent agents and collaborate across teams to identify and implement AI opportunities. Ideal candidates have a strong background in Python programming, experience with ML frameworks like PyTorch and TensorFlow, and familiarity with vector databases and cloud platforms such as AWS or GCP. Preferred qualifications include expertise in LLM frameworks, prompt engineering, containerization, reinforcement learning, and contributions to open-source projects.

Skills

Python PyTorch TensorFlow AWS GCP Azure LLM Vector_databases Embedding_models RAG_architectures Langchain LlamaIndex Transformers Containerization Microservices_architecture Reinforcement_Learning ML_ops Agile_methodologies

What you'll do

  • Design and implement RAG-based solutions to enhance LLM capabilities.
  • Develop and optimize fine-tuning strategies for specific use cases in LLMs.
  • Create robust evaluation frameworks to measure and improve model performance.
  • Build agentic workflows for autonomous AI systems.
  • Maintain and update vector databases and embedding models for efficiency.

What we're looking for

  • 3+ years of experience in Machine Learning/AI engineering.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field.
  • Strong programming skills in Python and ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow).
  • Practical experience with Large Language Models (LLMs) and fine-tuning strategies.
  • Experience with vector databases, embedding models, and RAG architectures.
  • Familiarity with modern AI/ML infrastructure and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).

Market check

Salary context

This $104,000–$156,000 range sits above 9% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$168,300–$241,500

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$162,000–$246,150

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Qualcomm

Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.

Qualcomm currently has 564 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $148,300–$224,400 across 531 roles with salary data.

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