Qualcomm Data Center is looking for a Staff Software Engineer to lead the development of Linux-based system software for next-generation datacenters. This position emphasizes host-side software, drivers, and system integration for high-performance inference accelerators. The engineer will own complex subsystems, drive architectural decisions, and provide technical leadership across various teams. The role involves ensuring robust, production-ready system software with a focus on performance optimization and security enablement.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering experience, or a Master's degree with 3+ years, or a PhD with 2+ years.
• 2+ years of experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Java, or Python.
• Extensive experience with Linux system software development in modern C/C++.
• Strong background in Linux user-space development, API design, and multi-threading/synchronization.
• Solid understanding of Linux internals, kernel concepts, drivers, and system bring-up.

• Design, implement, and optimize Linux user-space and kernel-adjacent drivers and libraries in modern C++.
• Lead development of host software stacks supporting high-performance AI inference and secure compute workloads.
• Drive API design, multi-threaded systems, and scalable software architectures.
• Own feature development, integration, and bring-up across hardware and software boundaries.
• Architect and develop unit, integration, and system-level tests for CI environments.

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