On Device ML Applications & Agentic AI Engineers

🧠 Qualcomm — On‑Device ML Applications & Agentic AI Engineers

Location: San Diego, CA
Company: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Team: Qualcomm AI Research / Machine Learning Engineering

About Qualcomm

Qualcomm is a global technology leader at the intersection of AI, computing, and connectivity, powering many of the devices people use every day. From smartphones and XR headsets to automotive systems and IoT devices, Qualcomm’s technologies enable high‑performance, low‑power intelligent computing at massive scale.

Within Qualcomm AI Research, engineers work on advancing Generative AI and on‑device intelligence, turning cutting‑edge research into real products deployed across millions of devices worldwide.

About the Opportunity

Qualcomm is hiring multiple Machine Learning Engineers to build and deploy on‑device Generative AI applications. These roles focus on shipping real AI features—including GenAI, LLM‑powered workflows, and emerging agentic AI systems—that run directly on edge devices.

This posting includes multiple distinct ML application roles. Students and alumni should review each role below and apply directly to any (or all) that match their interests and experience.

Roles Available (Apply Directly)

1) Sr Engineer, Machine Learning Engineering (ML Apps)

Architect and develop on‑device AI prototype applications, focusing on GenAI use cases, performance, and usability.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in CS, CE, EE, or related field (or MS/PhD)
• 2+ years of software, systems, or ML engineering experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Python and C/C++
• PyTorch and applied ML
• Embedded or Android experience

💰 Salary: $140,800 – $211,200
🔗 Apply: https://careers.qualcomm.com/careers/job/446715168006

2) Senior Engineer, Machine Learning Engineering (ML Apps)

Develop and deploy cutting‑edge GenAI applications on device, working closely with research and systems teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in CS, Engineering, or related field
• 2+ years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Python and C/C++
• GenAI or ML application development
• Embedded systems or Android

💰 Salary: $140,800 – $211,200
🔗 Apply: https://careers.qualcomm.com/careers/job/446716557485

3) Senior Engineer, Machine Learning Engineering (ML Apps)

Implement and optimize GenAI application software with emphasis on model integration and on‑target deployment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS, Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• PyTorch and deep learning frameworks
• Model optimization or quantization
• Docker, Git, or CI/CD

💰 Salary: $122,800 – $184,200
🔗 Apply: https://careers.qualcomm.com/careers/job/446716299450

4) Senior Engineer, Machine Learning (Agentic AI Software)

Build and orchestrate agentic AI systems coordinating multiple neural networks on‑device.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in CS, Engineering, or related field
• 2+ years of software or ML experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Python and C/C++
• PyTorch
• Embedded platforms or AI runtimes

💰 Salary: $140,800 – $211,200
🔗 Apply: https://careers.qualcomm.com/careers/job/446716557466