Staff Software Engineer, Silicon Systems Engineering and Architecture

Who you are

You have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience, along with 8 years of experience in software development, particularly with C and C++. Your background includes at least 5 years of experience testing and launching software products, and you have a strong understanding of embedded systems and hardware-related system software. With 3 years of experience in software design and architecture, you are well-versed in the principles that guide effective software development. A Master's degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field is preferred, as is a decade of experience in system software development, including kernel, driver, Android platform, and system services using C/C++. You have developed Linux kernel software and are skilled in Linux driver development and debugging. Your experience also includes software and hardware co-design, influencing hardware design from a software perspective, and working with the Android platform. You are familiar with system components such as CPU, GPU, TPU/NPU, memory, and PCIe.

Desirable

You bring fresh ideas from various areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking, data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design, and mobile technologies. You are eager to contribute to the development of next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect and interact with information.

What you'll do

As a Staff Software Engineer at Google, you will work on critical projects that shape the future of Google's SoCs and software features. Your responsibilities will include building prototype and production software across the Android stack, including kernel, BSP, framework, and application layers, to prove the feasibility of designs. You will also develop embedded software stacks running inside Google’s SoCs. Collaboration is key in this role, as you will work across organizations and teams to move architecture designs into production. You will engage in software development that requires a deep understanding of both software and hardware, ensuring that the systems you create are robust and efficient. Your work will directly impact the performance and capabilities of Google's products, making your contributions vital to the company's success.

What we offer

At Google, you will be part of a team that values innovation and collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will have the chance to work on cutting-edge technologies and contribute to projects that have a significant impact on users worldwide. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds in our teams.