Engineer, Staff-Embedded, AI inference (preferred) Release engineer
Qualcomm · Posted Sep 22
Semiconductor, 5G wireless technology, mobile platform, and AI computing solutions
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About the role
Join a new and growing team at Qualcomm focused on advancing state-of-the-art in Machine Learning. The team uses Qualcomm chips' extensive heterogeneous computing capabilities and engineers them to allow the running of trained neural networks on device without a need for connection to the cloud, helping developers run neural network models trained in a variety of frameworks on Snapdragon platforms at blazing speeds while sipping the smallest amount of power. As an AI SW Product Release Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of the cutting-edge AI inference engine SDK, collaborating closely with development teams, QA teams, and stakeholders to drive efficient software releases.
What you will do
- Release Planning and Coordination: Work closely with product leads, development & QA teams to plan and schedule SDK releases.
- Coordinate release activities, ensuring alignment with project timelines.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with product leads, development, and testing teams to ensure smooth execution of SDK releases.
- Risk Management and Quality Assurance: Identify potential risks and obstacles that may impact release schedules and communicate them with product leads and other stakeholders.
- Implement strategies to mitigate risks and ensure high-quality deliverables.
- Monitor and track release progress, addressing any deviations promptly.
- Deployment and Communication: Oversee the deployment of SDK releases, ensuring they meet quality standards.
- Communicate release status, updates, and any critical information to relevant teams.
- Maintain clear documentation related to each release.
- Process Optimization: Continuously improve processes, aiming for efficiency and effectiveness.
- Explore opportunities for automation and streamlined workflows.
- Agile Methodologies and Best Practices: Apply agile methodologies to manage releases effectively.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
Skills used in this role
What the employer is looking for
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
- OR Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
- OR PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
- 2+ years of work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.
- Bachelor's/Master's degree in a relevant field (Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent).
- Proven experience as a Release Manager, Delivery Manager, or similar role.
- Experience working in agile delivery teams including scrum or Kanban based delivery activities.
- Experience of leadership of team delivering software development
- Working knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle
- Prior development skills in C++, Python environments and well versed in version control tools like git and familiarity with DevOps practices and tools.
- Experience & understanding of embedded systems SW development or equivalent.
- Excellent communication skills (verbal, presentation, written)
- Ability to collaborate across a globally diverse team and multiple interests.
Preferred qualifications
- Understanding of Deep Learning fundamentals and knowledge of AI technologies and SDK development is a plus.
Benefits and support
- Compensation and benefits are detailed in the job posting
About Qualcomm
Qualcomm is a global leader in the development and commercialization of foundational technologies for the wireless industry, including mobile processors, 5G, and on-device artificial intelligence. The company designs and markets digital communications products, semiconductor solutions, and system software used globally across smartphones, automotive solutions, IoT devices, and computing systems. Through extensive R&D and intellectual property licensing, Qualcomm powers a highly interconnected and smarter world.
- Industry
- Semiconductors
- Company size
- 50000+ employees
- Founded
- 1985
- Location
- San Diego, California, USA
- Funding stage
- Public Company
Funding
Public Company · $53M raised
- 2018-11-01Grant
Leadership
President and Chief Executive Officer
Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer
James H. Thompson
Chief Technology Officer
Chief Marketing Officer
Ann Chaplin
General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
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