Software Engineer, Infrastructure, PhD, Early Career, 2027 Start
GoogleSoftware Engineer, Infrastructure, PhD, Early Career, 2027 Start
GoogleLocation
Sunnyvale, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
8/24/2026
Compensation
$147,000 - $210,000 per year
Job description
The Software Engineer, Infrastructure position at Google is aimed at early career PhD graduates starting in 2027. This role focuses on developing next-generation technologies that enhance how users connect and interact with information. Engineers will work on critical projects across various product areas, including AI, Cloud, and Search. The position offers opportunities for collaboration and innovation in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- PhD degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience coding in programming languages such as C, C++, Python, Java, or Golang.
- Experience in architecting or developing distributed systems, concurrency, multi-threading, or synchronization.
Responsibilities
- Participate in or lead team projects to design, analyze, and develop advanced systems.
- Write documents that set new technical directions and contribute to existing documentation.
- Study, diagnose, and resolve complex technical issues by analyzing their sources and impacts.
- Develop code, review code from other developers, and provide feedback to ensure best practices.
Benefits
- Employees at Google are often offered benefits like comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible work arrangements, among other benefits.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Google Llc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
908
FY2026
Approval rate
98.4%
FY2026
LCA certified
4,273
FY2026
Entry-level share
0.6%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
-14%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-51%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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