Senior Engineer, AI Research

Qualcomm AI Research is seeking exceptional deep learning researchers to join their elite engineering team focused on developing cutting-edge machine learning technology. The role combines fundamental research with practical applications, working on innovations that optimize power, memory, and computation efficiency. As part of a multi-disciplinary core research group, you'll contribute to technology deployed worldwide across mobile, compute, automotive, cloud, and IoT sectors.

The team has achieved numerous world-first breakthroughs in areas including model efficiency, neural video codecs, generative AI, and federated learning. Your work will directly impact the development of industry-leading tools like the AI Model Efficiency Toolkit. The position offers the opportunity to conduct both applied and fundamental research in machine learning, focusing on areas such as large language models, deep generative models, and reinforcement learning.

Working at Qualcomm means joining a global leader in wireless technology and AI innovation. The company offers comprehensive benefits including competitive base salary, annual bonuses, RSU grants, and extensive health coverage. You'll collaborate with world-class researchers while contributing to technologies that impact billions of devices worldwide. The role provides a unique combination of academic-style research with real-world applications at scale.

The position is based in San Diego, offering the opportunity to work in one of the world's leading tech hubs while enjoying Southern California's exceptional quality of life. Qualcomm's commitment to innovation and employee development makes this an ideal role for ambitious researchers looking to push the boundaries of AI technology while working on practical applications that shape the future of mobile and embedded computing.