Staff Software Engineer, PC Gaming Engine Development, PC Compute

A leading technology company specializing in semiconductor and telecommunications equipment development.
$134,800 - $202,200
Gaming
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
4+ years of experience
Gaming

Description For Staff Software Engineer, PC Gaming Engine Development, PC Compute

Qualcomm's Snapdragon Studios is seeking an experienced Staff Software Engineer to join their PC Gaming Engine Development team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge hardware and contribute to advancing high-performance PC gaming. The position involves collaborating with game developers globally, implementing features and optimizations for Snapdragon chipsets, and working across various hardware components including GPU, CPU, audio, video, and neural processing.

The ideal candidate will join a team of veteran game developers, artists, and graphics enthusiasts working on the latest gaming hardware innovations across mobile, PC, and XR platforms. The role requires deep expertise in game engine development, graphics programming, and optimization techniques. You'll be working with state-of-the-art technology while contributing to next-generation gaming experiences.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about gaming technology and hardware optimization, offering competitive compensation including base salary, annual bonus, and RSU grants. The position is based in San Diego, working with Qualcomm's industry-leading teams in a collaborative environment that promotes innovation and technical excellence. The role combines technical depth with creative problem-solving, making it ideal for engineers who want to shape the future of gaming technology.

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Responsibilities For Staff Software Engineer, PC Gaming Engine Development, PC Compute

  • Collaborate directly with PC game and game engine developers globally
  • Drive implementation of differentiating features and optimizations
  • Deliver superior experiences on the Snapdragon chipset
  • Work on GPU and CPU-related features for PC game engines
  • Work with Snapdragon SOC hardware blocks including audio, video, neural processing, display, and connectivity

Requirements For Staff Software Engineer, PC Gaming Engine Development, PC Compute

Java
Python
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering experience
  • 2+ years of work experience with Programming Languages such as C, C++, Java, Python
  • Comfortable working in large unfamiliar C/C++ codebases
  • Experience developing source-level game engine features/optimizations
  • Solid 3D graphics related mathematics background
  • Expertise with Vulkan, DirectX, OpenGL, or OpenGL ES
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits For Staff Software Engineer, PC Gaming Engine Development, PC Compute

Medical Insurance
401k
Education Budget
  • Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
  • Annual RSU grants
  • Medical coverage for employees and dependents
  • 401k program
  • Educational assistance

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