Full-Time

Cloud AI Power & Limits Management Software Engineer

Software Engineering

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Qualcomm

Qualcomm

10,001+ employees

Develops and licenses semiconductor technologies

Compensation Overview

$111.3k - $166.9k/yr

+ Bonus + RSU Grants

Mid, Senior

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

San Diego, CA, USA

Category
Embedded Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
Data Structures & Algorithms
Machine Learning
Java
C/C++
Computer Vision
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
  • Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience.
  • PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 2+ years of academic or work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.
Responsibilities
  • Own and drive the analysis of complex system level AI use cases involving Computer Vision Networks, Recommendation Systems and Gen AI workloads.
  • Partner closely with various ecosystem stakeholders in optimizing power and constrained performance of AI workloads on Qualcomm’s cutting edge inference accelerators.
  • Contribute to development of algorithms and techniques to optimize power consumption and thermal performance of various use cases.
  • Perform system level software optimizations using hardware and software power/thermal management techniques.
  • Explore advanced machine learning techniques in solving system level power and limits management problems.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in ARM assembly language, C, C++, Python.
  • Strong familiarity with ARM architecture.
  • Good understanding of System On Chip architectural concepts.
  • Experience in Power/Thermal/Performance optimizations to improve product level KPIs.
  • Prior experience with AI use cases and/or products.
  • Real-time operating systems, multi-threaded processor architectures.
  • Communication skills, effective team player, able to work independently.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skill.
  • More than 4 years of experience with programming (e.g., C, C++, Python), computer architecture, or embedded systems.
  • More than 4 years of applicable wireless, semiconductor and/or embedded software industry experience.

Qualcomm develops and commercializes advanced wireless technologies and semiconductor products. The company designs and manufactures integrated circuits that enhance connectivity and power management for mobile devices, automotive applications, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Qualcomm generates revenue by selling these semiconductor products and licensing its extensive patent portfolio. Unlike many competitors, Qualcomm has a strong focus on telecommunications and electronics, which allows it to serve a wide range of clients effectively. The company's goal is to drive the evolution of smart devices and networks through its innovative technologies.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

San Diego, California

Founded

1985

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What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for AI in automotive boosts Qualcomm's market share.
  • Private 5G networks offer new enterprise solutions for Qualcomm.
  • Edge computing trend increases demand for Qualcomm's AI processors.

What critics are saying

  • MediaTek's market share growth challenges Qualcomm's smartphone chipset dominance.
  • U.S. export restrictions to China could impact Qualcomm's revenue.
  • Global semiconductor shortage affects Qualcomm's production and supply chain.

What makes Qualcomm unique

  • Qualcomm leads in wireless technology with a strong patent portfolio.
  • Snapdragon processors power a wide range of devices, from smartphones to PCs.
  • Qualcomm's edge AI solutions enhance device intelligence at the network's edge.

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Benefits

Premium-free health coverage

Onsite health & fitness centers

Retirement programs

Disability & life insurance programs

Tuition reimbursement

Product discounts

Flexible time off

Parental leave

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