Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Model Optimization

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$158,400–$237,600 / yr
Posted
8 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Mar 2, 2027

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $229k
This role $198k
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This role pays less than 75% of similar roles. Most pay $200,887–$256,950 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $198k versus about $229k 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 · Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Model Optimization

Machine Learning Engineer, Staff (Model Optimization) joins the Machine Learning Engineering team to develop and implement machine learning techniques, frameworks, and tools for mobile, edge, auto, and IOT products. The role involves extending training or runtime frameworks with new features, architecting advanced machine learning hardware co-designed with software, and developing optimized software such as machine learning kernels and compiler tools. You will prototype novel solutions, conduct experiments to train and evaluate models, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex problems in inference and training. Key technical requirements include proficiency in frameworks like TensorFlow, Caffe, Pytorch, or Keras; programming languages including Python, R, C, or C++; and experience with statistics, probability, and low-level interactions between operating systems like Linux, Android, and QNX to optimize AI models for specific hardware features.

What does a Machine Learning Engineer earn in California?

Median $246394 from 172 postings across 28 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Extend training or runtime frameworks with new features and optimization tools.
  • Model, architect, and develop advanced machine learning hardware for inference or training solutions.
  • Develop optimized software such as kernels and compiler tools to enable AI models on specific hardware.
  • Integrate machine learning techniques into products and AI solutions for customer use.
  • Prototype novel machine learning solutions aligned with product roadmaps and complex features.
  • Oversee and conduct experiments to train and evaluate machine learning models and software.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field with 4+ years of engineering experience.
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field with 3+ years of engineering experience.
  • PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field with 2+ years of engineering experience.
  • 5+ years of experience with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, Caffe, PyTorch, or Keras.
  • 5+ years of experience in embedded system development and optimization for ML domains like NLP or multi-media.
  • 5+ years of experience with programming languages suitable for machine learning, including Python, R, C, or C++.
  • 5+ years of experience using statistics and probability, such as conditional probability and Bayes rule.
  • 2+ years of experience with low-level interactions between operating systems (Linux, Android, QNX) and hardware.

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