Location
San Diego, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
7/31/2026
Compensation
$148,300 - $222,500 per year
Job description
Qualcomm's Computer Vision Systems team is seeking a Staff-level engineer with expertise in computer vision and image/video processing algorithms. The role focuses on the intersection of advanced algorithms, AI models, and efficient hardware/software implementation for various applications, including mobile phones and autonomous vehicles. The engineer will influence system-level architecture and drive solutions from research to production deployment. This position offers significant opportunities for growth and leadership in shaping the future of video and computer vision technologies.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of relevant work experience, or a Master's degree with 3+ years, or a PhD with 2+ years.
- Strong background in computer vision and video processing algorithms.
- Solid understanding of SoC architecture, including compute accelerators and memory hierarchies.
- Hands-on experience with modern deep learning architectures.
- Strong coding skills in Python and C/C++ for production-quality development.
Responsibilities
- Research, design, and implement critical video processing and computer vision algorithms.
- Lead system- and algorithm-level architecture definition and feature decomposition.
- Profile and optimize algorithm performance across memory, compute, power, and bandwidth constraints.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to commercialize technologies and deliver visual analytics experiences.
- Write clear technical documentation and design specifications to guide teams and partners.
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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