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Sr. Staff Software Engineer, AI Software IOT

Qualcomm

Location

San Diego, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

6/11/2026

Compensation

$178,400 - $267,600 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.1% approval-22% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

As an AI Software Engineer at Qualcomm, you will lead the development of machine learning techniques and frameworks for the Qualcomm AI Stack, focusing on IoT applications. You will be responsible for the software design and development of the Qualcomm AI Runtime SDK, ensuring efficient execution of advanced AI architectures. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver robust AI software solutions while guiding junior team members. Your expertise will contribute to a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement within the AI Software team.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 6+ years of relevant work experience, or a Master's degree with 5+ years, or a PhD with 4+ years.
  • 8+ years of industry and general software development experience.
  • Proficiency in software development using C/C++.
  • Experience with Linux or Unix based OS systems software development environment.
  • Strong software development skills including data structure and algorithm design.
  • Ability to work independently with no supervision.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the team responsible for ensuring AI SDK support for various IoT product platforms.
  • Drive feature development and enhancements for the Qualcomm AI Stack SDKs.
  • Collaborate with the AI software team and other teams within Qualcomm to support IoT platforms.
  • Provide supervision and guidance to other team members.
  • Participate in strategic planning for integrating Qualcomm AI Stack SDKs into IoT products.
  • Stay updated with fast-paced developments in industry and academia to enhance solutions.

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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