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Graphics Software Engineer, Staff

Qualcomm

Location

San Diego, CA, Boxborough, MA

Type

Full-time

Posted

8/18/2026

Compensation

$141,600 - $212,400 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.1% approval-22% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

Qualcomm is seeking a Graphics Software Engineer to architect, design, implement, verify, and optimize GPU hardware, drivers, features, applications, and tools. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to meet customer needs and enhance next-generation gaming, XR, and AI experiences. Candidates will leverage their advanced graphics knowledge to write code for complex features and develop comprehensive tests to ensure optimal performance. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work independently while providing guidance to team members.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 3+ years, or a PhD with 2+ years.
  • 1+ year of work experience with one or more programming languages suitable for graphics, such as C++ or C.

Responsibilities

  • Architect, design, implement, verify, and optimize the structure and performance of critical GPU hardware, drivers, features, applications, and tools.
  • Write code for complex features, drivers, and APIs using different programming languages and ensure effective performance across platforms.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive pre- and post-silicon tests using advanced tools and methods to ensure optimal performance and stability.
  • Identify deficiencies and propose solutions to improve designs, implementing quality improvements in industry standard APIs and GPU hardware.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, customers, external stakeholders, and third-party vendors to expose new features and functionality.
  • Write detailed design documentation and feature descriptions for complex projects to guide developers and customers.

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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