Staff Software Engineer, XR

Google is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead the development of their XR (Extended Reality) initiatives. This role combines advanced software engineering with cutting-edge XR technology, focusing on the Android platform. The position requires expertise in software architecture, SDK development, and technical leadership to shape the future of Google's XR developer experience.

As a Staff Software Engineer in the XR team, you'll be responsible for architecting and designing the Android XR SDK, working at the intersection of mobile development and extended reality technologies. You'll collaborate with various teams across Platform, Android Developer Experience, and XR Experiences to create robust and scalable solutions that will impact billions of users.

The role offers competitive compensation ($197,000-$291,000 base salary) plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. Located in either Mountain View, CA or Kirkland, WA, you'll be at the heart of Google's innovation centers. This position requires 8 years of software development experience, with particular emphasis on system architecture, technical leadership, and product delivery.

The ideal candidate will bring expertise in Android development, 3D graphics, and user experience design, with bonus points for Unity development experience. You'll be joining Google's world-class engineering team, working on next-generation technologies that will shape how users interact with XR experiences on Android platforms.

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead technical initiatives at scale, influence the direction of Google's XR platform, and work with cutting-edge technology while enjoying the benefits and growth potential that come with a leadership position at one of the world's most innovative companies.