[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Qualcomm jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Qualcomm · Hyderabad, Telangāna, India # Senior Staff/Staff/Lead/Senior Engineer/Engineer -AI and Embedded, C++, AI, Machine Learning Hyderabad, Telangāna, India Manager or lead Data & Analytics Listed on Qualcomm’s official careers site. Posted May 13, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Qualcomm’s careers site →](https://careers.qualcomm.com/careers/job/446715886581) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Qualcomm](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/) / Senior Staff/Staff/Lead/Senior Engineer/Engineer -AI and Embedded, C++, AI, Machine Learning ## Job description ### Company Qualcomm India Private Limited ### Job Area Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering General Summary: As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm Software Engineer, you will design, develop, create, modify, and validate embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and/or specialized utility programs that launch cutting-edge, world class products that meet and exceed customer needs. Qualcomm Software Engineers collaborate with systems, hardware, architecture, test engineers, and other teams to design system-level software solutions and obtain information on performance requirements and interfaces. ### Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience. OR Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience. OR PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field. - 2+ years of academic or work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc. ### Important Note These positions are strictly for AI/ML inference SDK development on embedded systems — not Applied AI, Data Science, or ML model training roles. Strong Embedded experience is mandatory. ### Job location Hyderabad ### Job Description Team: Join the exciting AI software team at Qualcomm focused on integrating cutting edge GenAI models on Qualcomm chipsets. The team uses Qualcomm chips’ extensive heterogeneous computing capabilities to allow inference of GenAI models on device without a need for connection to the cloud. Our inference engine is designed to help developers run neural network models trained in a variety of frameworks on Snapdragon platforms at blazing speeds while still sipping the smallest amount of power. ### Requirements Master’s/bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent. 1- 15 years of relevant work experience in software development. (We have openings at multiple levels) Strong in C++ programming, Design Patterns and OS concepts. Experience with optimizing algorithms for AI hardware accelerators (like CPU/GPU/NPU). Strong in C/C++ programming, Design Patterns and OS concepts. Understanding of Generative AI models – LLM, LVM, LMMs and building blocks (self-attention, cross attention, kv caching etc.) Floating-point, Fixed-point representations and Quantization concepts. Excellent analytical and debugging skills. Good communication skills (verbal, presentation, written). Ability to collaborate across a globally diverse team and multiple interests. ### Responsibilities In this role, you will spearhead the development and commercialization of the Qualcomm AI Runtime. As an AI inferencing expert, you'll push the limits of performance from large models. Your mastery in deploying large C/C++ software stacks using best practices will be essential. You'll stay on the cutting edge of GenAI advancements, understanding LLMs/Transformers and the nuances of edge-based GenAI deployment. Most importantly, your passion for the role of edge in AI's evolution will be your driving force. ### Applicants Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. 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If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: May 13, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Jul 10, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 20, 2026 - Listed for: 160 days - Location: Hyderabad, Telangāna, India[Apply on Qualcomm’s careers site →](https://careers.qualcomm.com/careers/job/446715886581) ## More jobs at Qualcomm ### [AWS Databricks Architect -Sr Staff](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/5363a8c4929d26e2a644/) Hyderabad, Telangāna, India ### [Engineer, Machine Learning Tools](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/9e21bbc1139861bf35bd/) Hyderabad, Telangāna, India ### [Engineer, Staff-Machine Learning-Embedded,C++](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/36648b7095d4511c48c8/) Hyderabad, Telangāna, India ### [Lead Data Scientist – Finance & Accounting Automation](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/d2ad9cd9c550d7688438/) Hyderabad, Telangāna, India ### [Lead Engineer, Senior-Machine Learning, embedded, C++](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/1a9e007645ef24c13ee8/) Hyderabad, Telangāna, India ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Senior Staff/Staff Engineer Metrology](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/infineon-technologies/jobs/ed0cd97dfd795a5a3a83/) Infineon Technologies · Kulim ### [Staff / Senior Staff Engineer - Digital Design](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/infineon-technologies/jobs/16d277ec1859b13452ff/) Infineon Technologies · Singapore ### [Staff Software Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/alphabet/jobs/0642bb3244ad0f65673e/) Alphabet ### [Staff CDN Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cvs-health/jobs/db10e2b99af68cf7c5f9/) CVS Health ### [Staff Salesforce Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cvs-health/jobs/0d60c94a8f9b730c8dfe/) CVS Health · IRL - Galway OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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