Graphics Software Engineer, Senior

Technology, Data & Digital · Software & Web Development · Software Engineering · Game Development

In short

Qualcomm is looking for a Senior Graphics Software Engineer to design, implement, and verify GPU hardware, drivers, features, applications, and tools for next-generation gaming, XR, and AI experiences. The role involves coding in C/C++ and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet customer needs and identify design improvements.

Responsibilities

Applies Graphics knowledge and experience to architect, design, implement, and verify the structure and performance of GPU hardware, drivers, features, applications, and tools.
Writes code for features, drivers, and APIs using different languages (e.g., C, C++, perl, python) and ensures code will perform effectively on different platforms.
Maintains comprehensive pre- and post-silicon tests using tools and methods in different environments (e.g., simulation, emulation, on-device) to verify performance and identify issues.
Identifies deficiencies in designs and works with team members to develop solutions to improve designs.
Collaborates with teams and external stakeholders to expose new features and functionality that align with needs and goals for implementation and customization.
Writes detailed design documentation and feature descriptions for projects to guide developers and/or customers to use or implement software.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Game Rendering, or related work experience.
OR Master's degree in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Game Rendering, or related work experience.
OR PhD in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field.
1+ year of academic and/or work experience with one or more programming language suitable for graphics (e.g., C++, C).

Desired Qualifications

Master's Degree in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field.
2+ years of relevant GPU experience.
1+ year of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Director and above).

Benefits

Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity for annual RSU grants
Highly competitive benefits package designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play
Pay range: $123,700.00 - $185,500.00