The Qualcomm Advanced Robotics Team is seeking a technical lead to drive the integration and deployment of AI-powered robotic platforms. This role involves owning the integration and validation of complete robotic systems, focusing on real-world applications. The candidate will work hands-on in a new robotics lab, combining AI models, software components, and hardware into reliable robotic applications. This position sits at the intersection of robotics, AI, and systems engineering, emphasizing the development of functional robotic systems.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience, or a Master's degree with 5+ years, or a PhD with 4+ years.
• 3+ years of work experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Java, or Python.
• Significant experience working with real robotic systems.
• Strong background in system integration, bring-up, and end-to-end debugging.
• Proven ability to integrate multiple components into working applications.

• Lead system integration efforts across multiple robotic platforms.
• Define integration, testing, and validation strategies for robotics systems.
• Drive best practices for system bring-up, debugging, and reliability.
• Integrate perception, planning, control, and AI models into complete robot applications.
• Lead the bring-up of new robot platforms, overseeing configuration and maintenance.

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