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Staff Software Engineer, Embedded Systems/Firmware, Servers

Google

Location

Sunnyvale, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/24/2026

Compensation

$207,000 - $300,000 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.4% approval-14% YoY
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Job description

The Staff Software Engineer role focuses on developing high-performance server platforms within Google's AI and Infrastructure team. This position requires deep expertise in embedded systems and firmware, as well as collaboration with hardware and software engineering teams. The engineer will lead product development for server software, including Firmware, BIOS, and drivers. This role is critical for shaping innovative solutions that empower Google's customers and enhance computing capabilities at scale.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

  • Lead the end-to-end software architecture, design, and development of high-performance server platforms.
  • Collaborate closely with hardware, software, and system engineering teams to drive pre-silicon Firmware and Software co-development.
  • Own the delivery of comprehensive software solutions spanning Firmware, BIOS, Kernel, and drivers.
  • Influence, mentor, and coach a distributed team of engineers to foster a culture of continuous innovation.
  • Manage project priorities, deliverables, and timelines while ensuring clarity across multiple teams.

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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