Computer Vision Systems Engineer
$155,400 - $233,200 USD yearly
Originally posted 2 October 2026 by the employer.
This role focuses on the Snapdragon Vision API.
About the role
This role involves defining and delivering Snapdragon Vision API based features to enable breakthrough computer vision experiences on hardware.
What you'll do
- Lead the design and implementation of computer vision features and on-device prototyping using the Snapdragon Vision API solution.
- Support engineering teams in building, integrating, and deploying CV APIs for commercial products.
- Develop technical documentation, diagrams, and sample materials for the Snapdragon Vision API.
- Ensure deliverables meet schedule expectations and KPI targets, proactively identifying and addressing risks.
- Collaborate with system, software, hardware, and product teams throughout CV feature prototyping and commercialization.
What you'll need
- Bachelor's degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience (or Master's with 3+ years, or PhD with 2+ years).
- Strong understanding of CV concepts, algorithms, and deep-learning-based vision pipelines, with a track record of delivering commercial CV solutions.
- 3–5 years of hands-on experience developing computer vision applications or libraries.
- Proficiency in designing and implementing products using vision APIs, following established standards and best practices.
- Strong coding and debugging skills in C/C++ and Python, with the ability to rapidly prototype and evaluate CV features on device.
Nice to have
- Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Experience with CV and ML libraries such as OpenCV, TensorFlow, and PyTorch (TorchVision), including image processing and deep learning workflows.
- Working knowledge of embedded systems and architectures, especially hardware CV accelerators.
- Experience producing high-quality API documentation and technical materials.
- Familiarity with commercial software development practices and SDLC methodologies.
Skills: computer vision, Snapdragon Vision API, C/C++, Python, embedded systems
This role has been open 6 days — well below the 58-day median for Systems Software Engineering roles.
Systems Software Engineering · Systems Software
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Open roles in category
679
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Median days open
58 d
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Median salary
$213k
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| Metric | Qualcomm | All employers we track in this specialty (679 roles · 73 employers) |
|---|---|---|
| Open roles in this specialty | 169 | 679 |
| Open roles in the wider Software, Firmware & Systems family | 725 | 6078 · 146 employers |
| Median days open | 74 d | 58 d (+16 d vs this employer) |
| Median salary (USD postings) | — | $213k |
Skills observed across this category: computer vision, Snapdragon Vision API, C/C++, Python, embedded systems
Who's hiring in this category
- Qualcomm (this employer) · 168 open roles · median 73 d
- NVIDIA · 127 open roles · median 51 d
- AMD · 61 open roles · median 49 d
- Mobileye · 29 open roles · median 72 d
- Broadcom · 22 open roles · median 44 d
- Arm Holdings · 20 open roles · median 106 d
How we counted: 679 open Systems Software Engineering (Systems Software) roles from 73 employers tracked in the SemiconductorJobs index, counted 9 Oct 2026. Specialty figures count only roles carrying this exact specialty label, so an employer's related work in neighbouring specialties is not included there — it is counted in the wider Software, Firmware & Systems family row. Figures refresh nightly.