Staff Software Engineer, Pixel Software Human Interfaces
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Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 8 years of experience in software development.
- 8 years of experience with mobile development, and mobile operating systems.
- 3 years of experience with software design and architecture.
- Experience working with consumer-facing products or human-computer interaction (HCI).
Preferred qualifications:
- Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
- 10 years of experience in software development, focusing on consumer-facing products or human-computer interaction (HCI).
- 5 years of experience in a technical leadership role, guiding architectural decisions, setting technical direction, and driving complex technical projects.
- 3 years of experience working in a complex, matrixed organization involving cross-functional, or cross-business projects.
- Experience in software architecture, design patterns, and system integration.
- Experience with the Android platform or other mobile operating systems.
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.
In this role, you will lead architectural decision-making for large projects within Google Pixel Software. You will work closely with existing Human Interface teams in consumer-facing product decisions and ensure cohesiveness of the wide-ranging number of user features. Additionally you will help drive large-scale, multi-quarter and multi-year strategic projects, to deliver long-term impact and benefit for Pixel and Google at large. You will require working cross-functionally across Engineering, Product Management, UX/Design, and Technical Program Manager to effectively and efficiently deliver on these goals.
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 $197,000-$291,000 + 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
- Provide technical leadership, goal, and strategy for Google Pixel Software engineering teams, working closely with cross-functional partners.
- Collaborate with Hardware and Silicon teams to define and ship Pixel products that enhance user experiences.
- Deploy reliable software that optimizes the use of hardware interfaces while minimizing power consumption and thermal impact.
- Expand product experiences through and innovative research and efficient use of new technologies spanning Signal Processing and Machine Learning.
- Develop software frameworks and applications to unleash the power of Pixel and Android to delight our customers.
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