Senior Camera Software and Development Engineer

Qualcomm

Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$116,900–$175,300 / yr
Posted
2 days ago
Closes
Dec 22, 2026

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $188k
This role $146k
$103k most similar roles pay here $249k

This role pays less than 86% of similar roles. Most pay $158,591–$217,725 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $146k versus about $188k for comparable roles.

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About Qualcomm

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

Qualcomm currently has 836 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $148,300–$222,500 across 516 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Senior Camera Software and Development Engineer

The Camera Software Engineering role at the Engineering Group involves independently designing and developing camera software, including Image Signal Processor (ISP), Auto White Balance (AWB), Auto Exposure Control (AEC), Auto Focus (AF) algorithms, image quality features, and tuning tools. This position requires close collaboration with systems analysts, engineers, and programmers to define system requirements and interfaces. The candidate will decompose architecture, modules, and features to create detailed specifications for both hardware and software components. Ideal candidates possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science and have experience with C++, C, algorithms, and Android development. This role demands expertise in camera software engineering, algorithm design, and feature implementation at scale, targeting high-performance imaging solutions for consumer electronics.

What you'll do

  • Designs and develops camera software including ISP, 3A algorithms, image quality features.
  • Decomposes architecture, modules, and features to create detailed hardware and software requirements.
  • Collaborates with cross-functional teams to implement new camera software features and tools.
  • Verifies the functionality and performance of developed camera software against specifications.
  • Modifies existing camera software applications based on feedback and testing results.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • Design and develop camera software including ISP, 3A algorithms, image quality features.
  • Implement and verify camera software algorithms and features independently.
  • Confer with systems analysts to design system requirements and specifications.
  • Experience in C++, Android, and algorithm development for imaging technologies.

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