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Qualcomm · 2 days ago

Embedded DSP Software Engineer, Senior Staff

positionSan Diego, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
money$163K/yr - $244K/yr
date4+ years exp

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is a leading technology innovator that drives digital transformation to create a smarter, connected future. They are seeking a Senior Staff Software Engineer to architect and develop embedded platform software for CPU, DSP, and NPU processors in their Snapdragon SoC portfolio, focusing on optimizing software for complex multimedia and machine learning use cases.

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Responsibilities

Architecting, designing, and developing multi-processor multimedia and AI frameworks that span across CPU, DSP, and NPU
Developing high-performance drivers and runtime libraries to unlock the full potential of specialized DSP and AI hardware
Profiling and optimizing system performance, applying knowledge of advanced DSP architecture and microarchitecture-level optimizations to achieve low latency and low power
Collaborating with cross-functional teams (hardware, tools, and firmware) to evaluate design trade-offs and incorporate custom instructions or features that improve performance
Integrating and testing software on target devices; working closely with global teams and occasionally with OEM customers and partners to support commercialization

Qualification

C/C++ programmingEmbedded softwareReal-time operating systemsDriver developmentComputer architectureMachine learningMultimedia processingProgramming languagesSoft skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience
Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 5+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience
PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience
3+ years of work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc
Significant experience in C/C++ programming, real-time operating systems, driver development, and computer architecture
Experience optimizing software on resource-constrained platforms

Benefits

Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity for annual RSU grants
Highly competitive benefits package

Company

Qualcomm

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Qualcomm designs wireless technologies and semiconductors that power connectivity, communication, and smart devices.
dateFounded in 1985
location
San Diego, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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http://www.qualcomm.com

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.5M
1991-12-20IPO
1988-01-01Undisclosed· $3.5M

Leadership Team

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Cristiano Amon
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Isaac Eteminan
CEO
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