Location
San Diego, CA, Boxborough, MA
Type
Full-time
Posted
8/18/2026
Compensation
$141,600 - $212,400 per year
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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