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Compiler Tools Engineer

Qualcomm

Location

Austin, TX

Type

Full-time

Posted

8/25/2026

Compensation

$116,900 - $175,300 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.1% approval-22% YoY
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Job description

The role involves developing LLVM and MLIR-based compiler components for Qualcomm's Hexagon DSP, focusing on enhancing performance for machine learning and multimedia applications. The compiler team collaborates closely with hardware and software engineers to optimize the use of Qualcomm's silicon. Candidates will work on the entire compilation stack, including code generation and performance improvements. This position is ideal for those with a strong background in compiler engineering and a passion for high-performance computing.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5 years or more of compiler engineering experience in industry or academia.
  • Hands-on experience with LLVM, MLIR, GCC, or another production compiler framework.
  • Strong programming skills in modern C/C++ and experience working in large software codebases.

Responsibilities

  • Develop LLVM- and MLIR-based compiler components for Qualcomm's Hexagon DSP.
  • Improve ML compiler lowering and optimization pipelines for efficient execution on Qualcomm hardware.
  • Use profiling and benchmark data to drive performance and code size improvements.
  • Debug correctness and code generation issues across MLIR, LLVM IR, assembly, and generated code.
  • Analyze software requirements and consult with architecture and HW engineers to devise suitable software solutions.

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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