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Qualcomm

Compiler Software Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$130.30K - $171.50K/yr

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Compiler Toolchain Software General Summary: Interested in enabling millions of users on the Qualcomm Snapdragon platform and making their lives better? Come ...

Baidu USA

Software Engineer - Compiler

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

Description We are looking for general or deep learning compiler engineers to join our compiler ... Develop the deep learning compiler, infrastructure compiler and the software stack for our ...

Baidu USA

Software Engineer - Compiler

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site +1

Description We are looking for general or deep learning compiler engineers to join our compiler ... Develop the deep learning compiler, infrastructure compiler and the software stack for our ...

The Browser Company

Software Engineer, Compiler

Browsers are unique in that they are one of the only pieces of software that you share with your ... As a Compiler Engineer at The Browser Company, you'll advance Windows support for Swift and build ...

Tenstorrent

Software Engineer, AI Compiler

Austin, TX · Hybrid

$100K - $500K/yr

Alignment with hardware, software, and ML teams to ensure the compiler supports realistic ... Insight to identify bottlenecks, debug performance issues, and improve developer workflows across ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level compiler software engineer in the United States is $104,863.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Compiler Software Engineer vs Entry Level Software Developer?

AspectEntry Level Compiler Software EngineerEntry Level Software Developer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Science or related field; knowledge of compiler designBachelor's in Computer Science or related field; general programming skills
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, development teams focused on language toolsVarious industries including tech, finance, startups; broad application areas
Industry UsagePrimarily in compiler development, programming language companiesAcross multiple sectors developing software applications
Common Search/ComparisonOften compared for specialization in language toolsMore general, broader role

Entry Level Compiler Software Engineers focus on developing and optimizing compilers and language tools, requiring specialized knowledge of compiler architecture. Entry Level Software Developers have a broader scope, working on various software applications across industries. While both roles require a bachelor's degree in a related field, compiler engineers need specific skills in language processing, making them more specialized.

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Compiler Software Engineer

Compiler Software Engineer

Qualcomm

Austin, TX • On-site

$130.30K - $171.50K/yr

Full-time

Posted 12 hours ago

Job description

Company:
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Compiler Toolchain Software
General Summary:
Interested in enabling millions of users on the Qualcomm Snapdragon platform and making their lives better? Come join our team! We develop the LLVM compilation suite for Qualcomm's Hexagon DSP delivering rich performance for machine learning, wireless communication, audio, and image processing applications on the Android platform. We are looking for compiler engineers who will help us build these software platforms. In this role, you will collaborate with Qualcomm hardware and software engineers to enable efficient usage of Qualcomm's silicon. You will work with a team of compiler engineers with rich experience and knowledge. We work on the entire compilation stack including programming languages and intermediate representations, code generation, improving performance, and programmer usability.
Summary
  • Research, design, develop, and enhance different components of the compiler
  • Analyze performance, code size and other metrics to identify compiler improvements
  • Analyze software requirements, determine the feasibility of design within the given constraints, consult with architecture and HW engineers, and come up with software solutions best suited for Qualcomm's SOCs
  • Analyze and identify system level integration issues, interface with the software development, integration and test teams
  • Develop and execute benchmark and test scenarios for compilers

Minimum Skills:
  • Knowledge and experience in compiler frameworks such as LLVM or gcc
  • Programming in C/C++ and assembly languages
  • 5 years or more of compiler engineering experience in industry or academia
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.

Preferred Skills:
  • Professional experience with compiler development
  • LLVM or any industrial strength compiler development experience is a plus
  • Knowledge of instruction sets and computer architectures - pipeline structure, hazards, cache, memory organization, etc.
  • Working knowledge of system software tools such as assemblers, linkers, debuggers and experience using them
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Professional experience with large scale software codebases
  • Deep knowledge of software engineering
  • Master's degree or PhD. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 1+ year of any combination of academic and/or work experience with compiler or tools.
Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).
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EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.
Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.
Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$116,900.00 - $175,300.00
The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer - and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.
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Qualcomm is enabling a world where everyone and everything can be intelligently connected. You interact with products and technologies made possible by Qualcomm every day, including 5G-enabled smartphones that double as pro-level cameras and gaming devices, smarter vehicles and cities, and the technology behind the smart, connected factories that manufactured your latest purchase. Our powerful connectivity solutions keep you connected—even in remote areas. Qualcomm 5G and AI innovations are the power behind the connected intelligent edge. You’ll find our technologies behind and inside the innovations that deliver significant value across multiple industries and to billions of people every day.

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Technology, communication and media

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Diego, CA, US

Year founded

1985

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