Location
San Diego, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
6/11/2026
Compensation
$228,400 - $342,600 per year
Job description
The role at Qualcomm involves designing and developing multimedia technologies that enhance human and machine perception. The position requires collaboration across multiple engineering teams to create solutions that meet complex requirements. The focus is on optimizing performance and power through system analysis and simulation modeling. The candidate will also oversee technical vision and guide teams in testing and validating designs aligned with product roadmaps.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 8+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience, or a Master's degree with 7+ years, or a PhD with 6+ years.
- Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field is preferred.
- 11+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience is preferred.
- 2+ years of experience in multimedia technology areas such as speech, audio, imaging, computer vision, display, sensing, biometrics, or augmented/virtual reality.
Responsibilities
- Align multiple teams to address issues and generate solutions while creating well-defined architectures.
- Execute design reviews and drive platform development and system performance.
- Lead cross-functional efforts to gather and agree upon customer requirements.
- Oversee technical vision for testing and guide teams through validation processes.
- Educate teams on appropriate tools and analyses to address issues.
- Review escalated algorithm issues and provide direction and coaching.
- Evaluate topologies against performance and cost variables to guide design decisions.
- Act as an expert resource on industry trends and advancements in multimedia systems.
- Reinforce technical conversations and resolve design issues across teams.
- Develop and redesign organizational strategies for various functional areas.
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
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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