The Senior Software Engineer, Embedded Systems and Firmware role at Google focuses on developing software for wearable co-processors and enhancing the interaction between co-processors and the main application processor. The position is part of the Platforms and Devices team, which aims to create innovative user experiences by integrating software and hardware technologies. Engineers in this role will work on critical projects that influence future hardware architectures and improve ambient computing capabilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded systems and a passion for pushing technology forward.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 5 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages, specifically C++.
• 3 years of experience testing, maintaining, or launching software products.
• 1 year of experience with software design and architecture.
• 3 years of experience working with embedded operating systems.

• Develop and optimize the software platform for wearable co-processors, including board bring-up and AP/co-processor communication.
• Work with partner teams to improve sensors and CHRE frameworks.
• Build and maintain a developer-friendly environment and abstraction layers to support other teams working on the co-processor.
• Evaluate and prove out power, performance, and platform capabilities on new and unreleased hardware.
• Integrate and enhance frameworks for algorithm development, data collection, telemetry, and testing.

• Employees at Google are often offered benefits like comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible work arrangements, among other benefits.