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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Engineer, Embedded Systems/Firmware, XR - **Company:** Google LLC - **Location:** Miami, FL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $174,000.0 - $252,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Data Structures, Distributed Systems, Embedded Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Firmware, Design of User Interfaces, Push Technology, Information Retrieval, Natural Language Processing, Software Product Management, Software Architecture, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Data Storage Technologies, PIC Microcontroller, Gerrit, Git, Information Technology, Search Engines, Software Version Control - **Published:** August 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/15B2426208E64735BEE0DD19767E0868/job/ ## About the Role Experience driving progress, solving problems, and mentoring more junior team members; deeper expertise and applied knowledge within relevant area., * Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. * 5 years of experience with software development in C/C++. * 3 years of experience testing, maintaining, or launching software products, and 1 year of experience with software design and architecture. * 3 years of experience working with embedded operating systems. * Experience in taking consumer electronics devices to production., * Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field. * 5 years of experience with data structures and algorithms. * Experience developing accessible technologies. * Experience with version control systems like Git and code review tools like Gerrit. * Knowledge of embedded development and Microcontroller (MCU) Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) systems. ## 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. 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. US: $174000 - $252000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits Learn more aboutbenefits at Google (https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/benefits/) . 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