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Staff Engineer, Gen AI

A global leader in wireless technology innovation and the development of mobile technologies like 5G.
Machine Learning
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
10+ years of experience
AI

Description For Staff Engineer, Gen AI

Join Qualcomm's cutting-edge Generative AI team focused on integrating state-of-the-art GenAI models on Qualcomm chipsets. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of AI and hardware optimization, leveraging Qualcomm's heterogeneous computing capabilities to enable on-device inference of GenAI models without cloud connectivity.

As a Staff Engineer in Gen AI, you'll be at the forefront of developing the Qualcomm AI Runtime (QAIRT) SDK, working with Large Language Models (LLMs) and Large Vision Models (LVM) to achieve optimal performance while maintaining power efficiency. The position requires deep expertise in AI inferencing, C/C++ software development, and a thorough understanding of hardware acceleration techniques.

The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring both strong programming skills and strategic thinking. You'll work with a global team of experts, contributing to groundbreaking advancements in edge AI deployment. Qualcomm offers comprehensive benefits, including world-class healthcare, financial planning support, and continuous learning opportunities through tuition reimbursement and mentorship programs.

This is an ideal opportunity for experienced engineers passionate about pushing the boundaries of AI technology while working for a global leader in wireless innovation. The position offers the chance to make significant impacts on the future of edge AI computing while being supported by Qualcomm's robust technical infrastructure and professional development resources.

Last updated 20 days ago

Responsibilities For Staff Engineer, Gen AI

  • Spearhead development and commercialization of Qualcomm AI Runtime (QAIRT) SDK on Qualcomm SoCs
  • Push performance limits of large AI models
  • Deploy large C/C++ software stacks using best practices
  • Stay current with GenAI advancements
  • Work on edge-based GenAI deployment

Requirements For Staff Engineer, Gen AI

Python
Linux
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 10+ years experience, OR Master's with 9+ years experience
  • Strong understanding of Generative AI models – LLM, LVM, LMMs and building blocks
  • Experience with floating-point, fixed-point representations and quantization concepts
  • Experience with optimizing algorithms for AI hardware accelerators
  • Hands-on experience in C/C++ programming
  • Excellent analytical and debugging skills
  • Experience with shell scripts, python scripts
  • Good communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to collaborate across globally diverse teams

Benefits For Staff Engineer, Gen AI

Medical Insurance
401k
Education Budget
  • World-class health benefits coverage
  • Financial planning and future preparation programs
  • Emotional/mental strength and resilience support
  • Wellbeing programs
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Mentorship programs

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