Principal GPU AI Kernel Development Engineer
QualcommPrincipal GPU AI Kernel Development Engineer
QualcommLocation
San Diego, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
8/1/2026
Compensation
$202,300 - $303,500 per year
Job description
As a Qualcomm GPU Engineer, you will be responsible for architecting, designing, implementing, verifying, and optimizing the performance and power of GPU cores. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer needs and drive digital transformation. This role requires extensive experience in software and hardware engineering, as well as strong leadership skills. You will also develop critical driver and compiler software to support GPU products.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 8+ years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 7+ years, or a PhD with 6+ years.
- Master's degree or PhD in a relevant field is preferred.
- 4+ years in a technical leadership role with direct reports is preferred.
- 3+ years of experience interacting with senior leadership is preferred.
- 2+ years of relevant GPU experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Leverage expert GPU knowledge to architect, design, implement, verify, and optimize GPU cores.
- Build functional model simulations and develop software to verify correctness and performance.
- Guide the team to design and run complex graphics tests to verify functionality and identify areas for improvement.
- Facilitate collaboration with third-party vendors and high-level representatives to drive implementation.
- Develop critical driver and compiler software to support GPU products.
- Write detailed technical documentation for complex GPU projects.
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
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