Google

Senior System Software and Performance Architect

Google$163K — $237K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
  • 8 years of full-stack performance analysis experience on software systems.
  • Proficiency in Linux Kernel, Toolchains, or the Android system software stack.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze complex workloads to diagnose performance bottlenecks.
  • Evaluate ARM architecture features to influence future System on Chip (SoC) designs.
  • Collaborate with Android owners and device teams for full-system optimizations.
  • Design benchmarks and modeling methodologies for Hardware/Software co-design.
  • Mentor engineers and lead strategic initiatives within the team.

Benefits

  • Flexible working location options between multiple US cities.
  • Access to comprehensive benefits typical of large tech companies.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development in a collaborative environment.
Full Job Description
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X Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Mountain View, CA, USA; Austin, TX, USA; Portland, OR, USA; Poughkeepsie, NY, USA.

Minimum qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 8 years of experience conducting full-stack performance analysis on software systems.
  • Experience in one or more of the following three areas: Linux Kernel (processes, threads, scheduling, syscalls, interrupts and exceptions), Toolchains (compilers, JIT compilation and symbolization) or, Android system software stack.

Preferred qualifications:
  • Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science, with an emphasis on computer architecture.
  • Experience with mentoring and leading team members.
  • Experience with new technical territories.
  • Ability to be innovative and comfortable with working on issues with ambiguity.
  • Ability to be a fast and effective learner.


About the job
Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $163000 - $237000 (USD) 15% bonus target equity benefits

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Responsibilities
  • Perform analysis on complex workloads and kernels to identify performance bottlenecks that others miss.
  • Plan and evaluate ARM architecture features, providing data-driven insights that shape future SoC designs.
  • Partner with Android workload owners, tool-chain experts, and device teams to implement full-system optimizations.
  • Design the benchmarks and modeling methodology that will define the next decade of Hardware/Software co-design.
  • Act as a technical pillar for the team, mentoring engineers and driving strategic deliverables.


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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Size
156,500 employees
Market Cap
$1,115.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$40.2 billion
Founded
1998
5 Year Trend
+23.3%
Revenue
$182.5 billion
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