Embedded DSP Software Engineer, Staff

Qualcomm • San Diego, CA

105d • $134,800 - $202,200

About The Position

As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm Software Engineer, you will design, develop, create, modify, and validate embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and/or specialized utility programs that launch cutting-edge, world class products that meet and exceed customer needs. Qualcomm Software Engineers collaborate with systems, hardware, architecture, test engineers, and other teams to design system-level software solutions and obtain information on performance requirements and interfaces.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• 2+ 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with PCIe or Windows MCDM/WDDM driver stacks.

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.

Benefits

• $134,800.00 - $202,200.00 salary range.
• Competitive annual discretionary bonus program.
• Opportunity for annual RSU grants.
• Highly competitive benefits package designed to support success at work, at home, and at play.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree