Senior Connectivity Software Developer, Embedded Systems/Firmware, XR

Google

San Jose, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

802.11, Accounts Receivable, Alliance/Partner Marketing, Android, Architectural Services, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Artificial Intelligence (AI) Natural Language, Bluetooth, Business Growth, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Chipset, Computer Firmware, Computer Science, Data Storage, Debugging Skills, Device Drivers, Distributed Computing, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Hardware Debugging, Human Intelligence (HUMINT), Information Retrieval, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Internet Search, Kernel Programming, Large-Scale Systems, Leadership, Logic Analyzer, Low Power, Microcontroller, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Network Design, Operating Systems, Oscilloscope, PCI Express (PCI-E), Performance Metrics, Product/Service Launch, Software Architecture, Software Architecture Design, Software Development, Technical Leadership, Testing, Universal Asynchronous Receiver-Transmitter (UART), User Interface Design, Wi-Fi, Wireless Communications, Wireshark (Ethereal)

LOCATION

San Jose, CA

POSTED

Today

This posting is for a new vacancy.Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: San Jose, CA, USA; Waterloo, ON, Canada.

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
5 years of experience with software development in C/C++, Firmware, Connectivity, Embedded Systems.
3 years of experience testing, maintaining, or launching software products, and 1 year of experience with software design and architecture.
3 years of experience with embedded development.
Experience with Android platform or Microcontroller unit (MCU) software development.

Preferred qualifications:

Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field.
1 year of experience in a technical leadership role.
Experience in low-level embedded systems using application processors or microcontrollers.
Experience with 802.11 and BT/BLE device drivers and host interfaces (PCIe, SDIO, UART).
Proficient in using tools such as Wireshark, logic analyzers, and kernel tracing to resolve deep-seated issues in the driver, firmware, or hardware interface.
Ability to debug hardware using logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.

About the job

Google's software developers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at a massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for developers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software developer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google’s needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. We need our developers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward. As a Connectivity Software Developer on the XR Glasses OS System Software team, you will design, implement and maintain the low-level system software that enables next-generation Augmented Reality (AR) reference platforms. In this capacity, you will apply your extensive embedded systems expertise to lead the integration, bring-up, and refinement of low-power WiFi and Bluetooth subsystems. You will collaborate with the MicroXR connectivity, Electrical Engineering (EE), and power/thermal teams to achieve the rigorous performance and power Key Performance Indicator (KPIs) necessary for launching groundbreaking product categories.For decades, the computing revolution has reshaped our world driven by breakthroughs in compute, connectivity, mobile, and now, AI. Google's XR team is at the forefront of the next major leap – the convergence of AI and XR. This is more than just new devices – it's about reimagining how we interact with the world around us. We're building a future where lightweight XR devices like smart glasses and headsets pair with helpful AI to augment human intelligence, offering personalized, conversational, and contextually aware experiences.

For United States Applicants :

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $174,000-$252,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

For Canada Applicants :

The Canada base salary range for this full-time position is CAD 182,000-187,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Please note that the compensation details listed in Canada role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

Design and implement Android and Microcontroller unit (MCU) device drivers and hardware abstraction layers (HALs) for next-generation Augmented Reality (AR) reference platforms.
Integrate and bring up new wireless chipsets.
Drive Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver and firmware level power, thermal and latency improvements to meet product targets.
Collaborate closely with EE, MicroXR connectivity and power teams to optimize the E2E connectivity solution.
Lead technical engagements with third-party partners, providing the deep-dive architectural support and debugging expertise necessary to accelerate their device bring-up cycles.

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.

About the Company

Google

Build for everyone

Since our founding in 1998, Google has grown by leaps and bounds. Starting from two computer science students in a university dorm room, we now have thousands of employees and offices around the world. These Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe.

It starts with how we work together. We’re building a company where people of different views, backgrounds and experiences can do their best work and show up for one another. A place where every Googler feels like they belong.

So whether you develop new technology or creative campaigns, craft beautiful products or breakthrough partnerships, your work here is a chance to accomplish things that matter. Bring your insight, imagination, and healthy disregard for the impossible. Bring everything that makes you unique. Together, we can build for everyone.

Benefits

We strive to provide Googlers and their loved ones with a world-class benefits experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Our benefits are based on data, and centered around our users: Googlers and their families. They’re thoughtfully designed to enhance your health and wellbeing, and generous enough to make it easy for you to take good care of yourself (now, and in the future). So we can build for everyone, together.

Learn more about Google’s benefits on this site featuring Googlers’ experience.

How we Hire

Google’s hiring process is an important part of our culture. Googlers care deeply about their teams and the people who make them up. In order to build for everyone, we know that we need a wide range of perspectives and experiences, and a fair hiring process is the first step in getting there.

Learn more about our hiring process.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Computer Software

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Paid Sick Days, Performance Bonus, Professional Development, 401K, Stock Options, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Work From Home, Life Insurance, On Site Cafeteria

FOUNDED

1998

WEBSITE

https://goo.gle/4dbno6V

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