Software Engineer, AI Productization

Lenovo
Lenovo

Software Engineering, Data Science

Chicago, IL, USA

USD 73k-97k / year

Posted on Jun 24, 2026

General Information

Req #
WD00101102
Career area:
Software Engineering
Country/Region:
United States of America
State:
Illinois
City:
Chicago
Date:
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Working time:
Full-time
Additional Locations:
* United States of America - Illinois - Chicago

Why Work at Lenovo

We are Lenovo. We do what we say. We own what we do. We WOW our customers.
Lenovo is a US$83 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #196 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY).
This transformation together with Lenovo’s world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit www.lenovo.com, and read about the latest news via our StoryHub.

Description and Requirements

Are you an early-career professional eager to explore the world of artificial intelligence and mobile innovation? Join the Motorola AI Productization team and help bring cutting-edge AI technologies to life in Motorola’s mobile products. This is a great career opportunity to contribute to the development of intelligent features and next-generation system architectures. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers in a collaborative environment at our Chicago office, gaining hands-on experience with generative AI, mobile platforms, and the real-world challenges of shipping high-quality software to millions of users. With strong mentorship, exposure to advanced technologies, and a supportive team, you’ll grow your skills and make a meaningful impact from day one.

Required Qualifications:

  • BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Strong programming experience in one or more of the following languages: C, C++, Java, Kotlin, or Swift.
  • Working familiarity with Python for scripting, automation, data processing, model evaluation, or AI/ML prototyping.
  • Solid understanding of software engineering fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, object-oriented design, debugging, testing, and version control.
  • Experience developing, integrating, or debugging software on Android, iOS, Linux, embedded systems, or mobile device platforms.
  • Understanding of performance, memory, power, and latency constraints on mobile or embedded devices.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to debug complex software issues across application, framework, and system layers.
  • Ability to apply the scientific method to engineering problems, including forming hypotheses, designing experiments, analyzing results, and using data to guide decisions.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with hardware, firmware, QA, product, and customer-facing teams.
  • Strong communication skills and a demonstrated passion for learning new technologies.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with AI and machine learning concepts, including model inference, LLMs, embedding models, natural language processing, or on-device AI workloads.
  • Familiarity with basic statistics, including distributions, probability, hypothesis testing, correlation, regression, and interpretation of experimental results.
  • Experience with AI/ML frameworks, runtimes, or deployment formats such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, TensorFlow Lite, ONNX, Qualcomm QNN, Qualcomm AI Stack, MediaTek NeuroPilot, Core ML, or similar technologies.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must have authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship, including CPT or OPT.

This is a hybrid role based in Chicago, Illinois. The requirement is three days in office/week. The base salary budgeted range for this position is $73,000 – 97,000. Individuals may also be considered for bonus and/or commission. Lenovo’s various benefits can be found on www.lenovobenefits.com.


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.

Additional Locations:
* United States of America - Illinois - Chicago
* United States of America
* United States of America - Illinois
* United States of America - Illinois - Chicago