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Staff Engineer- AI/Machine Learning R&D

QualcommBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaPosted 19 May 2026

Qualcomm's Global SoC Machine Learning Research team is hiring a Staff Engineer to develop AI/ML-based EDA solutions for chip design in Bangalore. The role focuses on designing high-performance optimization algorithms to improve power, performance, and area in SoC applications. Candidates should have experience in C++, Python, and complex optimization problems, with an interest in VLSI workflows. The position involves collaborating with global cross-functional teams to test and deploy software solutions.

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Experience

2-10 years

Function

Engineering

Work mode

Onsite, India

Company

Tier 2

What you will work on

Qualcomm's Global SoC Machine Learning Research team is hiring a Staff Engineer to develop AI/ML-based EDA solutions for chip design in Bangalore. The role focuses on designing high-performance optimization algorithms to improve power, performance, and area in SoC applications. Candidates should have experience in C++, Python, and complex optimization problems, with an interest in VLSI workflows. The position involves collaborating with global cross-functional teams to test and deploy software solutions.

TAL's take

Quality 75/1005/5 clarityTier 2 company

Role is with a well-established global technology leader in the specialized field of AI-driven EDA for SoC development, offering significant technical depth.

Very clear scope targeting AI/ML applications for EDA/SoC optimization within a specific research team.

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27.4 LPA average

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Must haves

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in CS/EE/related field
  • 2-4+ years of relevant engineering experience
  • Proficiency in Python and C/C++
  • Experience with optimization and graph algorithms
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Tools and skills

sw engineeringunixpythonc/c++gitdockergraph algorithmscombinatorial algorithmsoptimization

Nice to have: soc, ai/ml, vlsi, placement, routing, timing analysis, power optimization.

About the company

Qualcomm is a major global semiconductor player, categorized as tier 2 in the context of pure-play software/AI startup innovation hubs, though it holds strong global brand status.

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