Graphics Software Infrastructure Engineer

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As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation gaming, XR, and AI experiences. Qualcomm Graphics SoftwareInfrastructureEngineersdesign, build, and operate the tools and software products necessary to developthose experiences. This encompasses all aspects of the software lifecycle from building distributed systemsthatrun millions of tests daily, to building the installers to patchprevious generations of devices, to creating the build and debug environmentsthat your colleagues will use each day.Qualcomm Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet and exceed customer needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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.

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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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient development skills in Python.

• Working knowledge of the tools and development lifecycle of compiled software products.

• Knowledge of one or more programming languages suitable for graphics development (e.g., C++, C).

• Experience in two or more of the following areas:

  • Deep knowledge of Python, including package development, typing, and commonly used Python libraries/packages.

  • Embedded software development or other development in C/C++.

  • Strong TypeScript/JavaScript skills.

  • Experience integrating AI technologies, including supervisor-worker architectures and human-in-the-loop systems.

  • Proficiency with Git and/or Perforce revision control systems.

  • Build and make system development.

  • Experience with static analysis tools, including code coverage and heuristic error detection.

  • Database experience, particularly with MS SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Redis.

  • Linux administration and development.

  • Windows administration and development.

  • Web development, especially with Next.js, Django, and/or Flask.

  • Containerization technologies such as Docker, Singularity, and/or Kubernetes.

  • Knowledge of computer graphics fundamentals.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Apply graphics and software engineering knowledge to help build systems that compile, verify, debug, and deploy GPU drivers, features, applications, and tools.

• Develop software features, tools, automation, and APIs using languages such as Python, TypeScript, PHP, Groovy, C, and C++.

• Integrate artificial intelligence technologies to improve productivity and effectiveness for both the software environment and development teams.

• Leverage industry best practices in continuous integration, static analysis, distributed computing, network security, secure coding, software branching, and package management to create secure and efficient development workflows.

• Identify design deficiencies and collaborate with team members to develop and implement improvements.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand new features and functionality, ensuring successful implementation and customization.

• Create detailed design documentation and feature specifications for projects.

Level of Responsibility

• Works under supervision.

• Decision-making impacts the individual's area of responsibility and/or immediate work group.

• Requires verbal and written communication skills to convey routine and factual information effectively.

• Tasks involve a limited number of steps and can be completed using established procedures, guidelines, or documentation.

Minimum Qualifications:

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Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Systems Engineering or related work experience.

OR

PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

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