As a Senior Software Engineer in Qualcomm AI Research, you will join a dynamic team focused on advancing General AI Technology for the Edge, working on cutting-edge projects involving model fine-tuning, hardware acceleration, and edge inference. Your daily tasks will include architecting, designing, developing, testing, and deploying prototype software for innovative AI use cases across various devices such as smartphones, laptops, and IoT gadgets. You must possess strong Python and C/C++ skills along with experience in deep learning frameworks like PyTorch, embedded software development, and modern software engineering practices. Additionally, familiarity with Java programming, generative AI technologies, Android development, neural network optimization, Docker, Git, CI/CD pipelines, and NPUs/ML accelerators is highly desirable for this role at the forefront of AI innovation on the intelligent edge.
Skills
Python
C/C++
PyTorch
Docker
Git
CI/CD
Java
Android
Neural network model optimization
NPU
ML accelerators
What you'll do
Design and develop on-device AI prototypes using modern software engineering practices.
Implement cutting-edge AI use cases with Python and C/C++.
Optimize neural network models for efficient deployment on embedded devices.
Collaborate on the fine-tuning of AI models for edge computing environments.
Develop and test software for hardware acceleration in AI applications.
What we're looking for
Strong Python and C/C++ design and implementation skills.
Proven experience with deep learning and ML frameworks like PyTorch.
Expertise in software design focusing on usability and embedded systems.
Demonstrated analytical, debugging, and problem-solving abilities.
At least 3 years of relevant work experience in AI or related fields.
Market check
Salary context
This
$140,800–$211,200
range sits above
28%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$161,100–$260,000
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$174,050–$249,750
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 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
565 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$148,300–$226,100
across 532 roles with salary data.