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Computer Vision Engineer

Qualcomm

Location

San Diego, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/31/2026

Compensation

$148,300 - $222,500 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
Master's with 2+ Years of Experience
PhD Entry-Level
H-1B FY202698.1% approval-22% YoY
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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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