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Software Engineer III, Hardware/Software Co-Design

Google

Location

Sunnyvale, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

10/15/2026

Compensation

$147,000 - $210,000 per year

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

Job description

The Software Engineer III position at Google focuses on hardware/software co-design, requiring expertise in both software development and hardware design. The role involves solving complex problems related to performance bottlenecks and computer architecture while working on critical projects for Google's needs. Engineers in this position will have opportunities to switch teams and projects, fostering versatility and leadership. The team is dedicated to developing technologies that enhance user experiences across Google's vast product portfolio.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 2 years of experience programming in C++ or Python.
  • 2 years of experience developing compute/storage systems, software systems, or networks.
  • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science is preferred.
  • 2 years of experience with hardware design, data structures, or algorithms.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve software solutions.
  • Manage individual project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
  • Provide end-to-end performance analysis for deployed platforms.
  • Inform direction for research where engineering gaps are identified.
  • Solve complex problems including hardware acceleration and performance bottlenecks.

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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