Principal GPU AI Kernel Development Engineer at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Department: Graphics Software Engineering

Compensation · Listed in posting

$206,800 – $310,200/yr

Setup: On-site
Location: San Diego, California
Type: Full-time
Level: lead/mgmt
Posted: Sep 17, 2026

Description

Qualcomm is hiring a GPU Engineer to architect, design, implement, verify, and optimize GPU cores, graphics software, drivers, compilers, simulations, and tests. The role leads complex graphics projects, collaborates with vendors and senior stakeholders, documents technical solutions, and supervises direct reports. Candidates need a bachelor's, master's, or PhD in a relevant engineering or computer science field plus 6–8 years of related experience, with GPU experience preferred. The listed pay range is $206,800 to $310,200.

Required Skills

GPU architecture
Driver software
Compiler software
Software testing
Technical leadership

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Required Previous Experiences: 8+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience
7+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience
6+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience
Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree or PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
4+ years in a technical leadership role with direct reports
3+ years of work experience interacting with senior leadership
2+ years of relevant GPU experience