The Senior Director of Engineering position at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., involves leading the IE-IOT Applied AI IoT Team to develop and execute a strategic roadmap for an advanced AI platform that integrates predictive and generative machine learning algorithms across various Qualcomm chipsets. This role entails overseeing end-to-end execution by collaborating with internal teams responsible for AI tools, customer engineering, edge impulse development, CV/Voice AI, and the AI HUB model onboarding experience. The ideal candidate will hire and lead a global engineering team, fostering innovation and technical excellence while ensuring alignment with company-wide IoT objectives. Key skills include extensive experience in software engineering with a focus on AI and machine learning, leadership in managing and scaling teams, and expertise in major ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
Skills
AI
Machine_Learning
ML_Algorithms
Predictive_Analytics
Generative_AI
Cloud_Platforms
CI/CD
Python
C++
CUDA
TensorFlow
PyTorch
Kubernetes
Docker
AWS
Azure
Google_Cloud
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
Git
Jenkins
What you'll do
Oversee AI experience development for all IE-IOT chipsets.
Lead end-to-end execution of AI projects across multiple Qualcomm teams.
Hire and manage a global engineering team for AI portfolio development.
Develop strategic roadmap aligning with company IoT objectives.
Drive technical excellence by promoting advanced AI and ML technologies.
Foster continuous learning and innovation within the organization.
What we're looking for
Over 10 years of experience in software or systems engineering with a focus on AI and machine learning.
Master’s degree or PhD in computer science, engineering, or related technical field.
Proven track record of building and deploying AI platforms at scale.
Strong understanding of machine learning frameworks and technologies.
Experience managing and scaling high-performing engineering teams.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and innovation in AI technology.
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with product, design, and engineering teams.
Market check
Salary context
This
$256,000–$384,000
range sits above
95%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$172,500–$262,400
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$196,750–$246,150
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 239 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
595 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$148,300–$222,500
across 540 roles with salary data.
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