Firmware Engineer, Pixel

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 1 year of experience coding in one or more of the following languages: Java, C++, or Python.
• Experience in embedded systems development.
• Experience with Long-Term Evolution (LTE)/5G New Radio (NR) 3GPP NAS protocols development.
• Experience in software engineering, software development, Android, Android apps, mobile development, and server management.

Preferred qualifications:

• 3 years of experience with software development in android/embedded Linux and embedded Real-Time Operating System (RTOS).
• Experience in system-level power optimization and software development (e.g., Firmware or Linux kernel).
• Knowledge of machine learning and GenAI.

About the job

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.

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.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $113,000-$161,000 + 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

• Work on user battery life problem feedback, understand the pain points, and find the root cause or a possible solution to improve the user battery life experience. 
• Work with cross-functional hardware, software, and chip teams to debug and optimize power issues for a wide variety of use cases. 
• Provide technical support for software solutions, addressing user inquiries and resolving issues to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Develop Third Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) or proprietary NAS protocol features to optimize modem protocol voice service, data service, system selection performance, upper layer behaviors.