Location
San Diego, CA, Boulder, CO
Type
Full-time
Posted
6/11/2026
Compensation
$134,800 - $202,200 per year
Job description
The Qualcomm Cloud AI team is seeking a Linux device driver engineer to work on QCR-100 and related accelerators that enhance image reprocessing and AI workloads. The engineer will focus on developing and extending Linux kernel driver code, particularly in areas such as PCIe device setup and DMA transfers. Familiarity with SoC systems and low-speed peripherals will be advantageous. This position requires a strong background in Linux kernel driver development and a willingness to work in a structured software environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience, or a Master's degree with 3+ years, or a PhD with 2+ years.
- 2+ years of work experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Java, or Python.
- Experience with Linux kernel driver development, kernel modules, sysfs, and debugging techniques.
- Experience with git.
Responsibilities
- Develop and extend Linux kernel driver code related to PCIe device setup and firmware loading.
- Implement DMA transfers and DMABUF importation.
- Work on low-level implementation including coding and testing.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure effective software development processes.
Benefits
- Qualcomm offers competitive compensation, annual bonuses, stock programs, comprehensive healthcare coverage, retirement plans, wellness programs, parental leave, flexible work options, and professional development opportunities.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Qualcomm Technologies Inc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
198
FY2026
Approval rate
98.1%
FY2026
LCA certified
59,278
FY2026
Entry-level share
0.0%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
-22%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
+30%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
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