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Senior Staff Software Engineer, Android Connectivity

Google

Location

Mountain View, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

10/1/2026

Compensation

$262,000 - $364,000 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.4% approval-14% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The Senior Staff Software Engineer for Android Connectivity at Google will focus on driving the evolution of connectivity for Android and Pixel devices. This role involves collaborating with key industry partners to lead the deployment of advanced features and technologies. The engineer will establish and execute a strategic technology roadmap to maintain Google's position in connectivity innovation. This position requires strong technical expertise and leadership across key initiatives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 8 years of experience in software development.
  • 7 years of experience with Android application development.
  • 5 years of experience with design and architecture, and testing/launching software products.
  • 5 years of experience with internet and cellular connectivity, mobile/voice/messaging networks/systems engineering, or operations.
  • 5 years of experience in Android OS development.

Responsibilities

  • Establish the technical goal, direction, and strategy for platform and pixel telephony, driving internet connectivity and cellular innovation forward.
  • Guarantee the timely delivery and high quality of all connectivity components to satisfy strict market schedules.
  • Architect and define protocols, APIs, and algorithms for current devices to support seamless upgrades to future Android versions.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, program management, and product management teams to produce high-quality solutions efficiently.
  • Drive internal AI transformation, completely rethinking how our organization builds, tests, and deploys software.
  • Provide domain leadership across Google and represent Android connectivity in industry alliances, setting standards for next-generation wireless technologies.

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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