The Director of Mobile Software Architecture at Qualcomm will lead the Mobile Software Architecture team, focusing on Snapdragon Mobile Handset products. This role involves defining and delivering end-to-end system features across Qualcomm Mobile platforms, ensuring product differentiation and scalability. The position requires a blend of technical expertise, organizational leadership, and collaboration with various stakeholders, including OEMs and external partners. The successful candidate will drive architectural clarity and influence technical direction for complex system initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 8+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience, or a Master's degree with 7+ years, or a PhD with 6+ years.
• 4+ years of work experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Java, or Python.
• Extensive experience in system-level software architecture for mobile, embedded, or large-scale platform software.
• Deep expertise in Android OS, Linux kernel, and system software stacks.
• Proven track record leading complex, cross-IP, cross-organization system features.

• Own the end-to-end architecture of critical Mobile system features from concept through commercialization.
• Define system-level architecture across multiple IPs and software layers, including CPU, NPU, DSP, memory, virtualization, security, kernel, and Android frameworks.
• Develop architecture for complex features built around AI for Snapdragon Mobile products and recommend enhancements.
• Drive architectural clarity for cross-SoC and cross-product scalability.
• Engage directly with OEMs to understand system-level requirements, usage models, and constraints.

• Qualcomm offers competitive compensation, annual bonuses, stock programs, comprehensive healthcare coverage, retirement plans, wellness programs, parental leave, flexible work options, and professional development opportunities.