Machine Learning Engineer, Generative AI

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$155,000–$232,600 / yr
Posted
4 days ago
Closes
Dec 21, 2026

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Similar $210k
This role $194k
$143k most similar roles pay here $270k

This role pays less than 64% of similar roles. Most pay $174,621–$246,150 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $194k versus about $210k for comparable roles.

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

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TL;DR · Machine Learning Engineer, Generative AI

As a Senior Software Engineer in Qualcomm Technologies' Modem Technologies Software team, you will play a crucial role in developing cutting-edge software solutions for modem technologies used in mobile devices and beyond. Your day-to-day responsibilities include designing, implementing, and testing complex software systems that support the performance and reliability of cellular communication protocols. You will work closely with hardware engineers to ensure seamless integration between software and hardware components. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering, along with extensive experience in C/C++ programming and knowledge of networking protocols such as TCP/IP and LTE. Familiarity with Linux operating systems and scripting languages like Python is also beneficial. This role involves working on large-scale projects that impact millions of users globally, requiring a deep understanding of both software engineering principles and the intricacies of modem technology.

What you'll do

  • Develop software for modem technologies in collaboration with hardware engineers.
  • Optimize performance of communication protocols within the modem stack.
  • Conduct code reviews to ensure quality and adherence to coding standards.
  • Troubleshoot complex issues related to wireless communication systems.
  • Implement new features based on evolving 5G/6G technology requirements.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 4+ years of software engineering experience.
  • Master's degree in a relevant field and 3+ years of software engineering experience.
  • PhD in a relevant field and 2+ years of software engineering experience.
  • Strong background in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering.
  • Experience in Software Engineering or Electrical Engineering required.
  • Relevant work experience in Modem Technologies Software preferred.

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