Qualcomm is seeking a Staff Embedded NPU Software Engineer to lead the design and development of embedded platform software for CPU, DSP, and NPU processors. The role involves architecting and optimizing software frameworks for high-performance multimedia and machine learning workloads across various platforms. As part of the NPU Platform Software Team, the engineer will work across all levels of the stack and collaborate with hardware, systems, and product teams. The position requires driving technical decisions and mentoring engineers while contributing to Qualcomm’s NPU software architecture.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of relevant work experience, or a Master's degree with 1+ year of experience, or a PhD.
• 2+ years of experience with high-performance microprocessor design.
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field is preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in embedded software development is preferred.
• Deep expertise in NPU programming, computer architecture, and real-time operating systems is preferred.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ and debugging tools is preferred.

• Architect and design NPU software frameworks, runtime libraries, and system drivers for compute and AI acceleration.
• Lead development of complex NPU features and ensure system-level integration across CPU/DSP/NPU subsystems.
• Optimize software using advanced NPU architecture techniques such as SIMD, multi-threading, and memory hierarchy.
• Collaborate with hardware, systems, and product teams to align software design with platform goals and roadmap.
• Mentor engineers, conduct design/code reviews, and contribute to technical strategy and long-term planning.
• Drive debugging and profiling efforts across the NPU stack to meet performance, power, and reliability targets.

• Qualcomm offers competitive compensation, annual bonuses, stock programs, comprehensive healthcare coverage, retirement plans, wellness programs, parental leave, flexible work options, and professional development opportunities.