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Sr. ADAS Software Engineer

Qualcomm

Location

San Diego, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

10/15/2026

Compensation

$129,500 - $194,300 per year

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

Job description

Qualcomm is seeking skilled software engineers to advance the automotive industry through the development of next-generation software-defined vehicles. The role focuses on the Snapdragon Ride platform, which is integral to autonomous driving and advanced driver-assistance systems. Candidates will work on sensor data acquisition and synchronization, system-level benchmarking, and collaboration with cross-functional teams for software integration. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions that enhance cost and energy efficiency in automotive technology.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering experience, or a Master's degree with 1+ year of experience, or a PhD in a related field.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, C, and Python.
  • Experience with multi-threaded and multi-core software development.
  • Hands-on experience with embedded platforms running QNX, AGL, Safe Linux, etc.
  • Knowledge of safety-critical software development processes, including ASPICE, ASIL, ISO26262, and MISRA C++.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop software solutions for sensor data acquisition from various devices.
  • Ensure accurate sensor time synchronization.
  • Conduct comprehensive system-level benchmarking and optimize software modules based on insights.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate deliverables and integrate the software stack in prototype vehicles.
  • Write detailed technical documentation and specifications 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.

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