Staff Software Engineer, gSoC Firmware, ARM SoCs

Google's software engineers 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 massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for engineers 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 engineer, 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 engineers 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.

In this role, you will be an experienced person in firmware development and productization for a scalable system, having solid communication and leadership skills. You will play a crucial role in leading the development of firmware architecture, design, and development of firmware for next-generation advanced RISC machines system on chips.

The AI and Infrastructure team is redefining what’s possible. We empower Google customers with breakthrough capabilities and insights by delivering AI and Infrastructure at unparalleled scale, efficiency, reliability and velocity. Our customers include Googlers, Google Cloud customers, and billions of Google users worldwide.

We're the driving force behind Google's groundbreaking innovations, empowering the development of our cutting-edge AI models, delivering unparalleled computing power to global services, and providing the essential platforms that enable developers to build the future. From software to hardware our teams are shaping the future of world-leading hyperscale computing, with key teams working on the development of our TPUs, Vertex AI for Google Cloud, Google Global Networking, Data Center operations, systems research, and much more.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $207,000-$300,000 + 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead firmware architecture, design, development, and testing for ARM-based SoCs, managing the full lifecycle from pre-silicon and post-silicon development.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a distributed team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation while managing project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Drive innovation in SoC and server architecture, collaborating with hardware, software, and system engineers to ensure seamless integration and optimization across the stack.
• Facilitate alignment across cross-functional teams on goals and outcomes, while staying abreast of emerging trends in SoC/Server technologies and ensuring compatibility.
• Design, develop, and maintain large-scale software solutions, using advanced debugging tools and analytical skills to identify and resolve complex firmware and SoC issues.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
  
• 8 years of experience in software development.
  
• 3 years of experience with software design and architecture.
• Experience in programming with C or C++, and experience in firmware development for microcontrollers and embedded systems, including experience with registers, design sequences, RTL, and Verilog.
• Experience with Linux kernel drivers and embedded Linux on ARM platforms.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
  
• 8 years of experience with data structures and algorithms.
• 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role leading project teams, setting technical direction, and working in a complex, matrixed organization involving cross-functional, or cross-business projects.
• Experience in ARM architecture, multi-core systems, memory architecture, and communication protocols such as I2C and PCI Express.
• Experience with Zephyr RTOS or a history of open-source contributions to projects such as the Linux Kernel, EDK2, or U-Boot.