Engineer, senior Staff-Embedded, AI inference ( preferred ) Release engineer

Overview

Qualcomm is seeking an AI SW Product Release Manager to ensure the successful delivery of its AI inference engine SDK, which runs trained neural networks on Snapdragon devices, in close coordination with development and QA teams.

What you'll do

• Work closely with product leads, development and QA teams to plan and schedule SDK releases and coordinate release activities in line with project timelines.
• Collaborate with product leads, development and testing teams to ensure smooth execution of SDK releases.
• Identify potential risks and obstacles that may impact release schedules and communicate them to product leads and other stakeholders.
• Implement strategies to mitigate risks and ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Monitor and track release progress, addressing any deviations promptly.
• Oversee the deployment of SDK releases, ensuring they meet quality standards.
• Communicate release status, updates and critical information to relevant teams.
• Maintain clear documentation related to each release.
• Continuously improve processes for efficiency and effectiveness, exploring automation and streamlined workflows.
• Apply agile methodologies to manage releases effectively and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team.

What you'll need

• 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 a 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 teams delivering software development.
• Working knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle.
• Prior development skills in C++ and Python environments, and well versed in version control tools like git.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools.
• Experience and understanding of embedded systems software development or equivalent.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, presentation, written).
• Ability to collaborate across a globally diverse team and multiple interests.

Nice to have

• Understanding of Deep Learning fundamentals and knowledge of AI technologies and SDK development.

Details

• Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India.