Senior Software Developer - AI DevOps Engineer

1 Day ago • 1-2 Years • Devops • $111,300 PA - $166,900 PA

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Job Description

We are seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to drive the deployment of large-scale ML applications and models. This role involves leveraging expertise in Docker, Terraform, K3s, and Kubernetes (K8s) to build CI/CD pipelines, manage containerized workloads, and create deployment scripts for AI accelerator chips. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of LLMs, AI agents, and programming in compiled and high-level languages. Responsibilities include deploying and scaling ML applications using Kubernetes, containerizing models with Docker, managing infrastructure as code with Terraform, building CI/CD pipelines, and developing deployment tools. The role also requires collaborating with ML teams, optimizing workflows, and ensuring system reliability.
Must have:
  • Deploy ML applications with Kubernetes (K8s) and K3s
  • Containerize ML models with Docker
  • Manage infrastructure with Terraform
  • Build CI/CD pipelines
  • Proficiency in C, C++, Java, or Python
  • Experience with LLMs and AI agents
Good to have:
  • Experience with ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch)
  • Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)
  • Experience optimizing for AI hardware
Perks:
  • Annual discretionary bonus
  • Annual RSU grants
  • Competitive benefits package
  • Continuous learning and development programs
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Mentorships

Job Details

Company:

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary:

We’re seeking a talented DevOps Engineer to drive the deployment of large-scale ML applications and models. You’ll leverage your expertise in Docker, Terraform, K3s, and Kubernetes (K8s) to build CI/CD pipelines, manage containerized workloads, and create deployment scripts tailored to our AI accelerator chips. This role demands a solid understanding of LLMs, AI agents, and programming in both compiled and high-level languages.

Minimum Qualifications:

•    Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

• 2+ years of academic or work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deploy and scale ML applications and models using Kubernetes (K8s) and lightweight K3s clusters, optimizing for our AI accelerator chips.
  • Containerize ML models and workloads with Docker, ensuring seamless integration with our hardware.
  • Use Terraform to define and manage infrastructure as code for consistent, repeatable deployments.
  • Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate the release of ML models and applications.
  • Work with Kubernetes APIs to automate orchestration, scaling, and management of containerized environments.
  • Develop deployment scripts and tools to empower users to adopt our AI solutions effortlessly.
  • Collaborate with ML teams to troubleshoot and enhance production deployments.
  • Apply your knowledge of LLMs and AI agents to optimize deployment workflows.
  • Write efficient code in a compiled language (e.g., C, C++, Rust) and a high-level language (e.g., Python, Go) as needed.
  • Ensure system reliability, security, and performance for mission-critical ML workloads.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Proven experience deploying large-scale ML applications in production environments.
  • Strong proficiency with Docker for containerization and Kubernetes (K8s) for orchestration.
  • Hands-on experience with K3s for lightweight, edge-friendly ML deployments.
  • Expertise in Terraform for infrastructure provisioning and management.
  • Demonstrated ability to design and implement CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions).
  • Familiarity with large language models (LLMs), AI agents, and their operational needs.
  • Proficiency in a compiled language (e.g., C, C++, Rust) and a high-level language (e.g., Python, Go).
  • Comfortable with automation scripting (e.g., Bash, Python) and system monitoring tools.
  • Understanding of hardware-accelerated computing (e.g., GPUs, custom AI chips) is a plus.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for enabling user success.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Nice-to-Haves

  • Understanding of ML frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.
  • Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and hybrid environments.
  • Background in optimizing workloads for specialized AI hardware.

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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:

$111,300.00 - $166,900.00

The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm.  We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus).  In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.

If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.

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