Software Engineer, Camera

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$104,500–$156,700 / yr
Posted
8 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Apr 17, 2027

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Below market

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About Qualcomm

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

Qualcomm currently has 575 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Software Engineer, Camera

JOB TITLE: Software Engineer - Camera The Software Engineer - Camera joins the Camera Software Engineering team to develop imaging technology for smartphones, augmented and virtual reality devices, laptops, automotive platforms, and industrial applications. This role involves working on system and software architecture, developing new imaging features, and optimizing software for performance and power. Key responsibilities include designing and debugging camera software such as the Camera Image Signal Processor, 3A, and Image Quality modules, as well as algorithm design and unit test development. The position requires proficiency in C, C++, and Python, along with knowledge of computer architecture and embedded systems. Candidates will work across ecosystems like Android, Linux, and MS Windows to implement post-processing techniques, motion compensation, and AI and ML features to solve complex image analysis problems.

What does a Software Engineer earn in California?

Median $214500 from 1193 postings across 76 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Design, develop, debug, and verify camera software including ISP, 3A, and Image Quality tools.
  • Architect IQ modules, algorithms, and feature decompositions for hardware and software.
  • Ensure image quality, software conformance, and performance and power metrics are met.
  • Develop and implement camera software features for Android, Linux, and MS Windows ecosystems.
  • Write technical documentation and feature descriptions for camera software projects.
  • Optimize software for performance and power across various mobile and IoT platforms.
  • Develop unit tests to verify camera software functionality and reliability.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related field.
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
  • 2+ years of relevant camera software experience (preferred).
  • 1+ year of programming (e.g., C, C++, Python), computer architecture, or embedded systems knowledge (preferred).

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