# Senior Machine Learning Software Engineer Source: https://realanalystjobs.com/job/senior-machine-learning-software-engineer-qualcomm-0d90c62b Senior Machine Learning Software Engineer at Qualcomm, an on-site role based in San Diego, California, USA. Pay stated in the posting: $140,800.00 to $211,200.00/year. Posted on 17 September 2026, read from Qualcomm's own careers page (Eightfold), which RealAnalystJobs re-checks daily and removes the role when it closes. Qualcomm has approved H-1B petitions on USCIS record (employer-wide, not a promise for this role). Updated 15 November 2026. ## Key facts - Company: [Qualcomm](https://realanalystjobs.com/companies/qualcomm) - Location: San Diego, California, USA - Work mode: On-site - Pay stated in the posting: $140,800.00 to $211,200.00/year - Posted: Sep 17, 2026 - Employment type: Full time - Source: Qualcomm's careers page (Eightfold), re-checked daily Skills: [Python](https://realanalystjobs.com/skills/python) ## Visa sponsorship The posting does not say. Qualcomm had H-1B petitions approved for 1,218 workers in fiscal year 2026 (USCIS). That is history, not a promise for this role. [See the record](https://realanalystjobs.com/companies/qualcomm#h1b-record) ## About this role Company: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Machine Learning Engineering General Summary: This individual independently plans, performs the moderately-defined responsibility for the designing, implementing and verification of software, typically C or C++ or Python, to enable audio, camera, graphics, video, sensors, wireless and other functionality for various operating systems running on ARM processors and other embedded HW like DSP processors, or GPU processors that are embedded into mobile, edge, auto and IOT products. Responsibilities include integration, testing and performance optimization for embedded software subsystems, as well as the implementation of new tools. Other responsibilities include developing optimized software, such as ML kernels or tools like compilers, to make use of specific HW features; and/or working closely with HW teams for joint design/development. This individual may need to work with and/or optimize ML software frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch to efficiently run ML algorithms on HW. Coordinates dependencies with other teams, developing tools to improve the process, and assisting with the verification of the deliverables. Acts as a strong contributor at design reviews and project meetings. Will accept a Master's Degree (or foreign academic equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related degree field. Pay Range: $140,800.00 - $211,200.00/year Applicants : 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 . 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Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications. EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification. 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. If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers . Description from Qualcomm's public careers feed, reproduced so you can read the role here. 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