Embedded Software Computer Vision Engineer

Job Posting Date

2025-09-12

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Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary:

This individual possesses the solid engineering fundamentals and understanding with some supervision in the development, creation, and modification of Computer Vision (CV) software or specialized utility programs. Analyzes user needs and develops CV software solutions for mobile and XR products. Designs software or customizes software for client use with the aim of optimizing operational efficiency. Analyzes and designs visual analytics features to enhance image and video quality, working individually or coordinating feature development as part of a team. Modifies existing software to correct errors, allow it to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance. Analyzes user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints. Confers with systems analysts, engineers, programmers and others to design system and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces. Stores, retrieves, and manipulates data for analysis of system capabilities and requirements. Designs, develops, and modifies software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design. Communicates issues with team lead and peers. Adapts to changes and setbacks in order to meet deadlines. Communicates with project lead to provide status and information about impending obstacles. Collaborates with others inside project team to accomplish project objectives. Gathers, integrates, and interprets information specific to a module or sub-block of code from a variety of sources in order to troubleshoot issues and find solutions. Collaborates with individuals within domain to complete the team's work. Supports external customers’ product launch using delivered CV features. Stays focused and deals with setbacks in a timely manner. Seeks out learning opportunities to increase own knowledge and skill. Completes assigned coding tasks to specifications on time without significant errors or bugs. Resolves straightforward software issues and bugs within a reasonable amount of time. Actively seeks answers for new challenges. Prioritizes project deadlines and deliverables with close supervision. Is receptive to others' suggestions about ways in which a problem can be addressed differently. Escalates technical issues to an appropriate party (e.g., project lead, colleagues). Networks with colleagues within domain to gain insight, ideas, and connections. Participates at design reviews and project meetings.

*Telecommuting may be permitted. When not telecommuting, must report to Qualcomm’s office location(s) in San Diego, CA.*

Will accept a Bachelor's Degree (or foreign academic equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related degree field.

Pay Range: $102,794.00 - $141,200.00/year

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