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Google

Staff Software Engineer, Server System Software, Platforms Infrastructure

Sunnyvale, CA, USA · Staff · Full-time · Posted Sep 21, 2026

Experience
8 years in software development; 5 years testing and launching software products; 5 years working with embedded operating systems; 3 years in software design and architecture.
Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.

About the job

Leads software initiatives developing and operating firmware and software for Google’s custom servers, appliances, switches, and fleet infrastructure.

What you'll do

  • Lead high-impact software projects, managing priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
  • Apply expertise in computer architecture, BIOS, firmware, kernels, and full-stack software; develop automated tools for system bring-up, diagnostics, reliability, and performance evaluation.
  • Mentor engineers and coordinate with stakeholders on goals, roadmaps, and engineering programs.

What they ask for

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 8 years of experience in software development; 5 years testing and launching software products; 5 years working with embedded operating systems; 3 years in software design and architecture.
  • Experience with C++, Linux, Shell Scripting, Python, Operating Systems, Bootloaders, Firmware, Leadership, and Reliability.

Nice to have

  • 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 in a technical leadership role and 3 years working on cross-functional or cross-business projects in a complex, matrixed organization; experience with Computer Architecture, Continuous Build, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, or GPU Drivers.

Pay

$207000 - $300000 USD base salary

Tools

C++, Linux, Shell Scripting, Python, Operating Systems, Bootloaders, Firmware, GPU Drivers

AI focus

The role supports infrastructure that powers Google’s AI models and services; no specific AI development duties are stated.

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