C++, Embedded Software Engineer

Job Description

Job Posting Date

2025-09-10

Company:

Qualcomm India Private Limited

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary:

Job Description

We are looking for Software Engineers to help develop our AI software stack. The team is comprised of experts that span the full stack from software architecture, algorithm development, kernel optimization, down to hardware accelerator block architecture and design.

Responsibilities

• Development of AI SW stack framework enhancements for optimal resource usage while running a neural network on Qualcomm hardware
• Development of software tools for profiling, and debugging to support rapid deployment of new neural networks in this fast-changing field
• Collaborating with AI Hardware and architecture teams to continuously improve our AI solution
• Being an active contributor to the development process to ensure commercial quality software releases

Work Experience:

• Minimum Qualifications
• At least 2 years of experience in C/C++, with significant part of that on embedded systems
• Excellent programming capability and analytical, development, and debugging skills
• Exposure to RTOS, kernel drivers, Computer Architecture
• Android / Embedded Linux software development

• Additional Preferred Qualifications
• Working knowledge of Python and Git
• Curiosity and willingness to continually learn new things and propose new ideas.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, presentation, written)
• Ability to collaborate across a globally diverse team and multiple interests

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

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