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Software Engineer Manager II, Firmware Laptops and Tablets

Google

Location

Boulder, CO

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 Software Engineer Manager II for Firmware Laptops and Tablets at Google will lead a team of engineers focused on developing low-level embedded software for ChromeOS devices. This role involves managing project goals, contributing to product strategy, and enhancing collaboration with external partners. The manager will oversee firmware features and ensure code scalability and maintainability. This position requires both technical expertise and leadership skills to guide engineers across multiple teams and locations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 8 years of experience in software development.
  • 3 years of experience with embedded operating systems.
  • 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role.
  • 2 years of experience in a people management or team leadership role.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a team of 8-9 engineers.
  • Work with a larger team of engineers and product managers to design and develop firmware features.
  • Evaluate and help improve firmware code and processes for scalability and maintainability.
  • Participate in board bring-ups and work with partners to deliver new Chrome Operating System (Chrome OS) and Android devices.
  • Collaborate with a global team of software and hardware engineers on new technology proposals and process improvements.

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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