Lead Engineer, Senior-Machine Learning, embedded, C++
Technology, Data & Digital · Data, AI & Analytics · Machine Learning · Software Engineering · Embedded Systems
In short
Qualcomm is seeking a Senior Lead Engineer specializing in Machine Learning and embedded C++ development for their Generative AI team in Hyderabad. This role involves designing and optimizing GenAI models, LLMs, and LVMs for on-device inference on Qualcomm chipsets, requiring strong programming skills and hardware acceleration experience.
Responsibilities
- Spearhead the development and commercialization of the Qualcomm AI Runtime (QAIRT) SDK on Qualcomm SoCs.
- Push the limits of performance from large models as an AI inferencing expert.
- Deploy large C/C++ software stacks using best practices.
- Stay on the cutting edge of GenAI advancements, understanding LLMs/Transformers and the nuances of edge-based GenAI deployment.
- Design, develop, create, modify, and validate embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and/or specialized utility programs.
- Collaborate with systems, hardware, architecture, test engineers, and other teams to design system-level software solutions.
- Obtain information on performance requirements and interfaces.
Requirements
- Master’s/Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent.
- 6+ years of relevant work experience in software development.
- Strong understanding of Generative AI models – LLM, LVM, LMMs and building blocks (self-attention, cross attention, kv caching etc.).
- Understanding of Floating-point, Fixed-point representations and Quantization concepts.
- Experience with optimizing algorithms for AI hardware accelerators (like CPU/GPU/NPU).
- Strong in C/C++ programming, Design Patterns and OS concepts.
- Good scripting skills in Python.
- Excellent analytical and debugging skills.
- Good communication skills (verbal, presentation, written).
- Ability to collaborate across a globally diverse team and multiple interests.
Desired Qualifications
- Strong understanding of SIMD processor architecture and system design.
- Proficiency in object-oriented software development and familiarity.
- Familiarity with Linux and Windows environment.
- Strong background in kernel development for SIMD architectures.
- Familiarity with frameworks like llama.cpp, MLX, and MLC is a plus.
- Good knowledge of PyTorch, TFLite, and ONNX Runtime is preferred.
- Experience with parallel computing systems and languages like OpenCL and CUDA is a plus.
Benefits
- Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer.
- Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process for individuals with disabilities.
- Qualcomm is committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Skills
C++PythonGenerative AILLMLVMTransformersSIMDLinuxPyTorchTFLiteONNX RuntimeOpenCLCUDA
#Machine Learning#embedded#C++#Generative AI#LLM#LVM#edge computing#Qualcomm#Hyderabad
About Qualcomm
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Company
QualcommJob Posted
1 week ago
Employment Type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Experience Level
Senior
Locations
Hyderabad, India
Qualification
Bachelor, Master, Doctoral
Applicants
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