Principal GPU AI Kernel Development Engineer

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$202,300–$303,500 / yr
Posted
43 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago
Closes
Jan 26, 2027

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Above market

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This role $253k
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TL;DR · Principal GPU AI Kernel Development Engineer

The Principal GPU AI Kernel Development Engineer joins the Graphics Software Engineering team to architect, design, implement, verify, and optimize the performance and power of GPU cores. In this role, the engineer builds functional model simulations, develops software, and conducts testing for various graphics to ensure advanced performance goals are met. The position involves developing critical driver and compiler software while creating detailed technical documentation for complex projects. Key responsibilities include guiding teams through comprehensive graphics tests across systems and collaborating with third-party vendors and internal stakeholders to align on project goals. The role requires expert knowledge in GPU architecture, hardware, and system engineering. This position focuses on solving complex problems related to GPU performance, power efficiency, and software integration for high-performance graphics products within the mobile and computing technology space.

What you'll do

  • Architect, design, implement, verify, and optimize the performance and power of GPU cores.
  • Build functional model simulations and develop software to verify graphics correctness and performance goals.
  • Lead teams in designing and running complex graphics tests across systems to identify areas for improvement.
  • Develop critical driver and compiler software to support GPU products.
  • Write detailed technical documentation and feature descriptions for complex GPU projects.
  • Collaborate with third-party vendors and external users to ensure alignment with project goals.
  • Provide supervision to direct reports and make decisions that impact program success.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 8+ years of relevant engineering experience.
  • Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 7+ years of relevant engineering experience.
  • PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 6+ years of relevant engineering experience.
  • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field (preferred).
  • 4+ years in a technical leadership role with direct reports (preferred).
  • 3+ years of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (preferred).
  • 2+ years of relevant GPU experience (preferred).

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