Hiring: Embedded NPU Software Engineer, Staff Company: Qualcomm Location: San Diego, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 12:01:55 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : Android, C, C++, Computer Vision, Java, Linux, Machine Learning, Python, SOC About the job Experience: •4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience. •3+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience. •2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience. •2+ years of work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc. •8+ years of experience in embedded software development. Required Skills: •Architect and design NPU software frameworks, runtime libraries, and system drivers for compute and AI acceleration. •Lead development of complex NPU features and ensure system-level integration across CPU/DSP/NPU subsystems. •Optimize software using advanced NPU architecture techniques (SIMD, multi-threading, memory hierarchy, etc.). •Collaborate with hardware, systems, and product teams to align software design with platform goals and roadmap. •Mentor engineers, conduct design/code reviews, and contribute to technical strategy and long-term planning. •Drive debugging and profiling efforts across the NPU stack to meet performance, power, and reliability targets. •Offsite and occasional onsite work with OEMs and Independent Software Vendors may be required. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience. •Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience. •PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience. •2+ years of work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!