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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Firmware Engineer, Modem Access Stratum, Layer 1 Protocol - **Company:** Google LLC - **Location:** Mountain View, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $138,000.0 - $197,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** LTE (Telecommunication), Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Modems, Distributed Systems, Firmware, Design of User Interfaces, Push Technology, Information Retrieval, Python (Programming Language), Natural Language Processing, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Subsystems, Systems Architecture, Scripting, Data Storage Technologies, 5G NR, Information Technology, Search Engines, Non-access Stratum (NAS) - **Published:** August 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=fc3e0f0cc8f6ba81 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience. * 5 years of experience programming in C, C++, or Python. * Experience in wireless protocols, 3GPP, Modems, LTE, 5G., * Experiences in modem software development/engineering, problem resolving and troubleshooting. * Experience with programming, scripting or engineering automation. * Familiarity with 3GPP LTE/NR AS/L1 protocol standards and emergency call performance improvement. * Excellent leadership, communication and collaboration skills. ## Description 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. With your technical expertise you will manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables. You will design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance software solutions. 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. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $138000 - $197000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits, * Develop and customize modem software to meet customer and project requirements in non-access stratum (NAS) and emergency call performance domain. Analyze and fix the modem protocol issues. * Work closely with region carriers to meet customer's commercial product requirements. * Develop on-site support in the carrier labs/sites to resolve important issues and get certification. * Collaborate with cross-layer teams (Physical Layer/Access Stratum/NAS/IP Multimedia Subsystem) and cross-organization teams (Android SW, Technical Program Manager/Technical Account Manager and HW) to deliver high quality Pixel modem Software (SW). * Generate ideas, develop features, build software (SW)/hardware (HW) systems or improve engineering processes to help product velocity and quality. Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. 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