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Software Engineer, Embedded Systems/Firmware, Pixel Bootloader

Google

Location

Mountain View, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

10/15/2026

Compensation

$147,000 - $210,000 per year

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.4% approval-14% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The Software Engineer position in Embedded Systems/Firmware for the Pixel Bootloader team at Google focuses on developing bootloader software that enhances the Android experience on Pixel devices. The role involves collaboration with various teams, including Android platform and Pixel hardware, to deliver high-quality firmware features. Engineers in this position will work on critical projects that influence the future of mobile technology. The ideal candidate will be versatile and eager to tackle new challenges in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 2 years of experience with software development in C.
  • 2 years of experience working with embedded operating systems.
  • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or a related technical field is preferred.
  • 2 years of experience with data structures and algorithms.

Responsibilities

  • Own and deliver bootloader and firmware features in C and Rust.
  • Participate in bringing up new Pixel devices throughout the full development cycle.
  • Drive software planning, design, and implementation of software features in various areas.
  • Debug issues involving complicated interactions between silicon, hardware, firmware, software, and the environment.
  • Work in a variety of code bases including C, Rust, and Python.

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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