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Efficient AI Systems, Principal Engineer (On-Device/Edge)

Qualcomm

Location

San Diego, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/18/2026

Compensation

$230,300 - $345,500 per year

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

Job description

The AI Systems Team Lead at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. will oversee a team of machine learning engineers focused on developing advanced Visual Language Action Models and Low-Level Perception systems for autonomous driving applications. The role emphasizes achieving optimal accuracy and latency while enhancing the performance of deep networks on Snapdragon Ride AI accelerators. The candidate will collaborate with various teams and engage with leading Automotive OEMs to drive innovation in machine learning solutions. A strong background in machine learning algorithms and team leadership is essential for success in this position.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 8+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience, or a Master's degree with 7+ years, or a PhD with 6+ years.
  • Strong knowledge of machine learning algorithms related to automotive use-cases.
  • Research experience in the development of efficient networks and network quantization.
  • Experience in deploying networks in resource-constrained devices.
  • Previous experience in leading machine learning engineers.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the design and implementation of state-of-the-art Visual Language Action Models.
  • Facilitate collaboration with various Qualcomm horizontal AI teams.
  • Engage with advanced R&D teams of leading Automotive OEMs.
  • Provide technical expertise in identifying patterns of issues in systems-level software and hardware design.
  • Lead teams in developing machine learning solutions and review proposals for complex products.
  • Evaluate topologies against performance and cost variables to guide high-level design.
  • Communicate technical vision and align cross-functional efforts to meet customer requirements.
  • Act as a technical lead for testing software and hardware performance and quality.

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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