Senior Staff GPU Kernel Mode Driver Engineer
QualcommSenior Staff GPU Kernel Mode Driver Engineer
QualcommLocation
Santa Clara, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
9/16/2026
Compensation
$216,600 - $325,000 per year
Job description
This role involves leading a team focused on enhancing engineering efficiency and product quality in GPU core development. The individual will be responsible for architecting, designing, implementing, and verifying GPU cores while ensuring performance and power optimization. They will also support the development of pre-silicon kernel mode drivers and conduct extensive testing and debugging. Collaboration with various teams and stakeholders is essential to align on feature development and ensure innovative designs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a related field.
- Nine years of progressive experience in a related occupation.
Responsibilities
- Lead the team to improve engineering efficiency and product quality.
- Architect, design, implement, verify, and optimize GPU cores.
- Develop software, tools, and tests for various graphics workloads.
- Conduct complex analyses of test results to track benchmarks.
- Perform extensive debug sessions involving GFX software and hardware architecture.
- Write clear and detailed technical documentation for complex 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
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
Is this posting expired or inaccurate?
