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Sr. ADAS Software Engineer

qualcomm

San Diego, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Apr 2026

💰 $183,700/yr($122,500/yr – $183,700/yr)

About the role

Company:

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > ADAS R&D Software

General Summary:

At Qualcomm, we are advancing the automotive industry through our Snapdragon Digital Chassis, leading the development of next-generation software-defined vehicles.

Snapdragon Ride represents a key component of the Snapdragon Digital Chassis. Since its introduction, it has been adopted by numerous global automakers and Tier 1 suppliers. Designed to navigate the complexities of autonomous driving and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), Snapdragon Ride utilizes high-performance, power-efficient system-on-chip (SoC) architectures, state-of-the-art artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, and an innovative vision and drive policy stack. This enables the delivery of comprehensive solutions that optimize both cost and energy efficiency.

We are seeking highly skilled, innovative, and motivated professionals with strong software engineering backgrounds and demonstrated programming proficiency in languages such as C++/C and Python. Primary responsibilities include designing and developing software solutions for sensor data acquisition from devices including IMU, GPS, camera, radar, and LiDAR; ensuring accurate sensor time synchronization; conducting comprehensive system-level benchmarking and utilizing insights to optimize software modules; and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams—including vehicle integration and testing—to validate deliverables and integrate the software stack in prototype vehicles.”

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related field and 2+ years Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related field and 1+ year Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

4+ years of C++ development; C++14 and C++17 is a strong plus
Embedded SW design and development for safety critical systems is a strong plus
Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, C, Python
Experience with multi-threaded / multi-core SW development and design
Hands-on experience with embedded platforms running QNX, AGL, Safe Linux, etc.
Knowledge of Linux network stack and any experience with network device drivers is a plus
Familiarity with Adaptive AUTOSAR middleware and frameworks
Knowledge / experience with safety critical software development process (Functional Safety), including ASPICE, ASIL, ISO26262, MISRA C++, AUTOSAR C++
Familiarity with static analysis tools, code coverage metrics, unit test generation
Experience with source code management tools such as git, git-lfs, GitHub/GitLab
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work with cross-functional teams

Roles/Responsibilities:

Leverage advanced knowledge and experience of ADAS Software to design, develop, and optimize complex software for embedded technology blocks that directly enable autonomous and self-driving vehicles.
Develop and enhance technologies for sensor data acquisition, precise sensor synchronization, etc.
Develop and verify code or design for a module and works across teams to evaluate the impact of results and validates ADAS software against specifications.
Design and develop advanced software development kits (SDK) to enable customer proof of concepts.
Develop efficient techniques to enable data sharing between software modules using state of the art middleware.
Write detailed technical documentation, descriptions, specifications, and/or feature descriptions for difficult projects to guide users and/or customers to use or implement output.

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