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Staff Software Engineer, XR Ecosystem, AR/VR Graphics and Compositor

Google

Location

San José, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

10/15/2026

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 position focuses on developing software for wearable consumer Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality (AR/VR) devices at Google. The role is part of the XR team, which is pioneering the integration of AI with XR technologies. Engineers in this position will work on critical projects that influence how users interact with technology. The team is dedicated to creating innovative solutions that enhance user experiences through advanced graphics and compositing techniques.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 8 years of experience in software development.
  • 6 years of experience in systems integration.
  • Experience with embedded software/firmware development and experience in C/C++.
  • Experience in Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS).

Responsibilities

  • Deliver software and technical support related to wearable consumer AR/VR device development, commercialization, and production.
  • Optimize software and firmware for power, performance, memory, and reliability.
  • Write robust, reliable, efficient, and testable software designed to run in various environments.
  • Bring-up, debugging, troubleshooting, and commercializing wearable devices with Microcontrollers, IMU, and camera sensors.

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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