Action Camera Systems Software Engineer, up to Staff

## Company: Qualcomm China ## Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Engineering General Summary: The Qualcomm Camera Team is seeking a passionate systems software engineer. The camera team creates embedded imaging solutions for Snapdragon chipsets that power modern mobile devices. Our solutions leverage dedicated hardware, multi-core processors, DSP, and GPU to deliver exceptional pictures, videos, and computer vision capabilities. Responsibilities for the position include the following: * Build software that incorporates cutting-edge machine learning algorithms for pictures and camera processing on embedded platforms * Adapt and optimize codes for run-time, memory footprint, data traffic, power * Propose system and algorithmic design changes to improve machine learning inference speed and to achieve optimized end-to-end flow * Prototype ideas for proof of concept and demonstration purposes * Create tools to manage and process data, run calibration, and enable deployment of solutions at scale * Commercialize machine learning solutions, including software management and troubleshooting on target platforms * Optimize machine learning models and system flow to improve performance for internal and external camera features * Collaborate with QAIRT and QNN teams to ensure correct and efficient model execution * 60%–80% workload for customer support; 20% onsite availability for business travel across APAC and China. Preferred Qualifications * Familiarity with both objective and subjective image quality assessment methodologies. * Experience with Snapdragon ISP is a plus. * Familiarity with SoC-level constraints (memory bandwidth, compute precision, NPU/DSP execution) and hardware-specific runtimes such as QAIRT/QNN is a plus * Master's or PHD degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. * 3+ years of embedded software experience * Camera and ISP software stack development * Optimization of algorithms on and across CPU, QNN, GPU, DSP and/or ML specific cores * Experience with integrating machine learning algorithms into camera systems * Candidates should have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills along with strong coding background * Excellent knowledge of C/C++/Python, capability to design and implement robust, high-performance and flexible system software Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience. OR Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience. OR PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience. Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries). Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law. To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications. If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.