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Compiler Software Engineer

Job in San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92189, USA
Listing for: Qualcomm
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-01
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Software Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer, C++ Developer, AI Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Company

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area

Engineering Group >
Compiler Toolchain Software

General Summary

Interested in enabling open‑source developers to build software for millions of devices? Interested in leading optimisation solutions for AI on the Edge? Come join our team! Our team builds open‑source compiler toolsets for Qualcomm silicon. This includes compilers, assemblers, linkers, libraries, debuggers, profilers and other developer tools. The toolsets enable internal and external developers to build software ecosystems on Qualcomm hardware.

We are looking for engineers who will work actively in open‑source communities to establish and augment compiler and system software toolsets. In this role, you will add and enhance support for Qualcomm hardware in open‑source projects. You will collaborate with Qualcomm hardware and software engineers to enable efficient use of Qualcomm’s silicon for a broad set of applications, including machine learning.

You will work with the team on the entire compilation stack, including optimisation code generation, performance improvements and programmer usability.

Responsibilities
  • Work in the GCC, LLVM, glibc and related open‑source communities to add features and improve performance for Qualcomm processors
  • Identify areas for improvement in compiler toolsets via benchmarking and code analysis
  • Collaborate with hardware teams to plan, identify and contribute support in open‑source projects for hardware features in Qualcomm silicon
  • Identify areas for improvement in tool usability via interaction with users
  • Explore new optimisation frameworks for leveraging advanced CPU features
  • Design, develop and contribute compiler features and optimisations targeting open‑source ML frameworks
Minimum Qualifications
  • Knowledge and/or experience in compiler frameworks such as GCC or LLVM
  • Experience working with open‑source communities
  • Programming in C/C++
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science or a related field
  • 2+ years of software engineering, systems engineering or related work experience for a Bachelor’s degree; 1+ year for a Master’s; or a PhD
  • 1+ year of any combination of academic and/or work experience with compiler or tools
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science or a related field
  • Established record of contributions to an open‑source compiler project
  • Strong background in computer architecture
Pay Range and Other Compensation & Benefits

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The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum‑to‑maximum range for this job code in the posting location. Salary is only one component of total compensation. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus programme and opportunities for annual RSU grants. Our highly competitive benefits package supports your success at work, at home and ase review more details about our US benefits at the provided link.

EEO

and Accessibility Statement

Qualcomm is an equal‑opportunity employer and an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected classification.

Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible hiring process. If you have a disability and need accommodations, contact disability‑

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