Software Engineer, PhD, Early Career, Campus, Embedded Systems and Firmware, 2025 start

Google is seeking PhD Software Engineers for their Embedded Systems and Firmware team, starting in 2025. This role combines advanced computer science expertise with hands-on embedded systems development. As part of Google's engineering team, you'll work on critical projects involving microcontrollers, SoCs, device drivers, and hardware integration. The position offers the opportunity to impact billions of users while working with cutting-edge embedded technologies.

The role requires deep technical knowledge in computer science and embedded systems, with hands-on experience in C/C++ programming. You'll be involved in the full development lifecycle, from design to deployment, working on various hardware platforms and operating systems. The position offers exposure to diverse technical challenges, including kernel development, bootloading, firmware development, and performance optimization.

Google offers a competitive compensation package, including a base salary range of $141,000-$202,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. The company provides a collaborative environment where engineers can tackle complex technical challenges while working with some of the industry's best talents. Multiple locations are available across the United States, offering flexibility in work location choice.

This is an excellent opportunity for PhD graduates looking to apply their advanced technical knowledge in a practical, high-impact environment while working on next-generation embedded systems and firmware solutions at one of the world's leading technology companies.