Google

Modem Power Firmware Engineer, Pixel

Google$116K — $166K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field; equivalent practical experience may substitute.
  • 1 year of experience in coding with a general purpose programming language (e.g. C/C++).
  • Experience with power management for embedded mobile devices.
  • Background in performance analysis, debugging, and optimization for distributed or low-level systems.
  • Preferred: 3 years writing test scripts in Python for data collection and analysis.
  • Preferred: 2 years in modem power optimization and analysis.
  • Preferred: familiarity with AI tools and experience in cellular testing (3GPP, 5G/4G, LTE).

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and implement modem power optimization features and algorithms.
  • Analyze modem power consumption across various use cases and identify optimization opportunities.
  • Collaborate with teams to set power goals and drive reduction initiatives.
  • Develop and execute power validation plans for new features and software releases.
  • Build and maintain tools and dashboards for power measurement and KPI tracking.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
  • Generous paid time off and holidays.
  • Retirement savings plan with matching contributions.
  • Equity benefits and performance-based bonuses.
  • Access to professional development resources and training.
Full Job Description
Minimum qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 1 year of experience in coding with a general purpose programming language (e.g. C/C ).
  • Experience with power management of embedded mobile devices.
  • Experience in performance analysis, debugging, and optimization for distributed or low-level systems.

Preferred qualifications:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
  • 3 years of experience writing test scripts in Python for data collection and analysis.
  • 2 years of experience in modem power optimization and analysis.
  • Experience in 3GPP, 5G/4G, or LTE cellular testing, including cellular test equipment setups.
  • Familiarity with AI tools.
  • Excellent communication and collaborative working skills.


About the job

With your technical expertise you will manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables. You will design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance software solutions.
The Google Pixel team focuses on designing and delivering the world's most helpful mobile experience. The team works on shaping the future of Pixel devices and services through some of the most advanced designs, techniques, products, and experiences in consumer electronics. This includes bringing together the best of Google's artificial intelligence, software, and hardware to build global smartphones and create transformative experiences for users across the world.Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $116000 - $166000 (USD) 15% bonus target equity benefits

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Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and implement modem power optimization features and algorithms within modem protocol stack.
  • Analyze modem power consumption across various use cases and network conditions (LTE, 5G NR) to identify optimization opportunities.
  • Collaborate with the modem system team, modem vendors, platform teams, and application developers to define power goals and drive power reduction initiatives.
  • Develop and execute power validation plans and test cases for new features and software releases.
  • Build and maintain automated power measurement and analysis tools and dashboards to track power key performance indicators (KPIs) and detect regressions.


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About Google

Google is a multinational technology company that specializes in Internet-related services and products. These include online advertising technologies, search engine, cloud computing, software, and hardware. Google was founded in 1998 by Larry Page and Sergey Brin while they were Ph.D. students at Stanford University. The company has grown tremendously since then and has become one of the most valuable companies in the world. Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful.
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