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Staff & Senior Staff Software Engineer, Core AI Software (Onsite)

Qualcomm

Location

San Diego, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

6/11/2026

Compensation

$158,400 - $237,600 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.1% approval-22% YoY
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Job description

As a Qualcomm AI Software Engineer, you will develop and implement advanced machine learning techniques to enhance the Qualcomm AI Stack features within the Qualcomm AI Runtime SDK. This role focuses on optimizing the performance of generative AI models and ensuring efficient execution on Qualcomm's low-power AI accelerators. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust AI software solutions while contributing to a culture of technical excellence. Your expertise in software design and development will be crucial in driving innovation and improving runtime efficiency.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
  • 5+ years of general software development experience.
  • Proficiency in software development using C/C++.
  • Experience with development in a Linux environment.
  • Strong software development skills, including data structure and algorithm design.

Responsibilities

  • Develop software for the Qualcomm AI Stack SDKs, specifically QAIRT and Genie.
  • Design and implement core components of the Qualcomm AI Stack runtime framework.
  • Validate, analyze, and optimize the performance and accuracy of software.
  • Debug complex issues and perform root cause analysis.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable AI software solutions.
  • Lead feature development and application of machine learning techniques into products.

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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