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Staff Engineer, Linux Device Drivers

Qualcomm

Location

San Diego, CA, Boulder, CO

Type

Full-time

Posted

6/11/2026

Compensation

$134,800 - $202,200 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
Approval 97.1%·Filings 1,170·New hires 255·
Established Sponsor
·FY 2025

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.

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