#Machine Learning Engineer - Generative AI
Qualcomm#Machine Learning Engineer - Generative AI
QualcommLocation
San Diego, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
9/19/2026
Compensation
$114,500 - $171,700 per year
Job description
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking an experienced Machine Learning Engineer specializing in Generative AI to join their core AI team. The role focuses on designing, developing, and deploying advanced generative AI solutions, particularly in Large Language Models (LLMs) and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG). The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to enhance AI capabilities and implement innovative solutions. This position is not eligible for Qualcomm immigration sponsorship.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with popular LLM frameworks such as Langchain, LlamaIndex, and Transformers.
- Knowledge of prompt engineering and chain-of-thought techniques.
- Experience with containerization and microservices architecture.
- Background in Reinforcement Learning.
- Contributions to open-source AI projects.
- Experience with ML ops and model deployment pipelines.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement RAG-based solutions to enhance LLM capabilities with external knowledge sources.
- Develop and optimize LLM fine-tuning strategies for specific use cases and domain adaptation.
- Create robust evaluation frameworks for measuring and improving model performance.
- Build and maintain agentic workflows for autonomous AI systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities and implement AI 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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