Google

Software Engineer III, Embedded Systems/Firmware, XR

Google$147K — $211K *
Miami, FL 33186In-Person
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 2 years of experience with software development in C/C++
  • 2 years of experience working with embedded operating systems
  • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical fields (preferred)
  • 2 years of experience with data structures and algorithms (preferred)
  • Experience with version control systems like Git and code review tools like Gerrit (preferred)
  • Familiarity with Linux device drivers and Android (preferred)
  • Ability to debug hardware using logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc. (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain low-level system software for AR reference platforms
  • Contribute across subsystems including bootloader, kernel, device drivers, and Android HAL
  • Develop software for SOC (Android) and MCU (RTOS)
  • Optimize power consumption, thermal performance, and system stability
  • Collaborate with the Electrical Engineering team on schematic design review and software test plans

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Flexible working location options in Miami, FL, and San Jose, CA
  • Innovative work environment focused on AI and XR
  • Participation in exciting cutting-edge technology projects
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: Miami, FL, USA; San Jose, CA, USA.

Minimum qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 2 years of experience with software development in C/C .
  • 2 years of experience working with embedded operating systems.

Preferred qualifications:
  • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical fields.
  • 2 years of experience with data structures and algorithms.
  • Experience with version control systems like Git and code review tools like Gerrit.
  • Familiarity with Linux device drivers and Android.
  • Ability to debug hardware using logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.


About the job

The Glasses OS System Software team delivers the core software layers for our hardware reference designs. Our work begins at the hardware's inception-covering schematic reviews and factory bring up-and continues through the entire device lifecycle.

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.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

$147000 - $211000 (USD) 15% bonus target bonus equity benefits

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Responsibilities
  • Design and maintain the low level system software that enables our AR reference platforms.
  • Contribute across multiple subsystems including bootloader, kernel, device drivers and Android HAL.
  • Contribute to both SOC (Android) and MCU (RTOS) software.
  • Optimize power consumption, thermal envelope and improve system stability.
  • Collaborate closely with Electrical Engineering (EE) team to review schematic designs and develop hardware bring up and software test plans.


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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156,500 employees
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$1,115.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$40.2 billion
Founded
1998
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Revenue
$182.5 billion
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