Staff Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience and at least 8 years of experience in software development, particularly with C++. Your background includes 5 years of experience testing and launching software products, and you possess deep knowledge in graphics, 3D graphics, and GPU programming. You are familiar with mobile GPU technologies and have experience with iOS GPU systems. Your expertise extends to GPU programming models and performance optimization, allowing you to identify bottlenecks effectively.

You may hold a Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field, which enhances your understanding of complex software systems. Your experience includes working with Vulkan and developing applications that leverage computer vision, augmented reality, or game engines like Unity. You have a solid understanding of software systems and driver-level software, which is crucial for the role.

What you'll do

As a Staff Software Engineer for Android XR, you will be responsible for building and optimizing graphics tools and rendering pipelines for the Android XR platform. Your work will involve developing low-level software for graphics, including shaders for distortion correction and rendering algorithms for virtual reality applications. You will design and implement cross-platform XR APIs and Software Development Kits (SDKs) that integrate with graphics APIs and drivers, ensuring high performance across various graphics hardware.

You will collaborate closely with application developers and hardware providers to optimize the performance of the graphics stack, leveraging your expertise in GPUs to enhance application performance. Your role will also involve recommending best practices for graphics in XR and other rendering environments, contributing to the overall success of the graphics team.

What we offer

At Google, you will be part of a team that values innovation and collaboration. We provide a dynamic work environment where you can grow your skills and contribute to cutting-edge projects in graphics technology. You will have access to resources and support to help you succeed in your role, along with opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds in our team.