Principal Engineer, Cloud AI

Qualcomm is a leading technology company focused on developing innovative solutions in AI, mobile, and semiconductor technologies.
$211,200 - $316,800
Cloud
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
5000+ Employees
10+ years of experience
AI

Description For Principal Engineer, Cloud AI

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking an experienced Principal Engineer to join their Cloud AI team, focusing on next-generation AI products in the datacenter environment. This role represents a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI infrastructure at one of the world's leading technology companies.

The position requires a seasoned professional with deep expertise in datacenter architecture, particularly in the areas of security, RAS (Reliability, Availability, Serviceability), and virtualization. You'll be working at the intersection of hardware and software, defining architectures that span from card/server level to full rack implementations.

As a Principal Engineer, you'll be responsible for analyzing current AI server deployments, understanding industry trends, and architecting solutions that meet the evolving needs of datacenter customers. Your work will directly impact the deployment of next-generation AI products, requiring you to balance complex technical requirements with practical implementation considerations.

Key aspects of the role include:

  • Leading architectural decisions for security implementations, including confidential computing
  • Developing comprehensive RAS strategies across multiple system levels
  • Designing virtualization solutions that support multi-tenant environments
  • Engaging directly with customers and ODMs to gather and refine requirements
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product deployment

The ideal candidate brings a combination of deep technical knowledge and practical experience in datacenter environments. You should have a proven track record in hardware design and commercialization, with specific expertise in server architectures and AI infrastructure.

Qualcomm offers a competitive compensation package, including base salary, annual bonus potential, and equity grants. The company provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, and ongoing educational opportunities.

Join Qualcomm's Cloud AI team and be part of shaping the future of AI infrastructure while working with cutting-edge technology and industry-leading experts in a collaborative, innovative environment.

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Responsibilities For Principal Engineer, Cloud AI

  • Understand trends in datacenter security, RAS and virtualization through customer and ODM engagements
  • Work with customers to determine HW and SW requirements
  • Analysis of the current AI server deployments in different datacenters
  • Architect enhancements required for deployment of next-generation AI products
  • Design and architecture systems encompassing security, RAS, and virtualization features

Requirements For Principal Engineer, Cloud AI

Linux
  • Master's degree or equivalent in Engineering, or related field
  • 10+ years HW design, testing and commercialization experience
  • 3+ years of experience of working in datacenter related products - servers, accelerators etc.
  • In-depth knowledge of datacenter - security, RAS, virtualization, telemetry, power, cooling, lifecycle, deployments etc.
  • Good knowledge of scale-up and scale-out architectures
  • Strong knowledge of server security specifically in the area of Confidential Compute
  • Strong working experience in defining RAS requirements at the SoC, board, server and rack level
  • Good knowledge of x86 and ARM based servers

Benefits For Principal Engineer, Cloud AI

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Education Budget
  • Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
  • Annual RSU grants
  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • Education assistance
  • Retirement benefits

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