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Software Engineer Manager II, Firmware Laptops and Tablets

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Compensation
$207–300K/yr
Location
Boulder, CO
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Google’s Software Engineer Manager II will lead engineers working on low-level embedded software, device bring-ups, and open-source technologies for ChromeOS devices. The role scopes bootloader and embedded controller software development and contributes to coreboot and Zephyr OS projects. The manager also collaborates with external ODMs, OEMs, and chip/SoC vendors, and oversees large-scale projects across multiple teams and locations.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Software DevelopmentEmbedded Operating SystemsTechnical LeadershipPeople ManagementX86/ARM AssemblyLinux DevelopmentGit/GerritCorebootZephyr OSUSB-C Stack Bring-UpPeripheral Bring-UpConsumer ElectronicsManufacturing ProcessesSupply ChainCustomer Support Processes

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Practical Experience8 Years Software Development3 Years Embedded OS Experience3 Years Technical Leadership2 Years People ManagementMaster's or PhD in Computer Science or Related FieldEnglish Proficiency

Full job description

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XIn most instances, this position requires in-person interviews as part of the hiring process.

The application window will be open until at least October 22, 2026. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date.

Minimum qualifications:

  • 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.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, or a related technical field.

  • Experience with x86/ARM assembly.

  • Experience with Linux development environment and git/gerrit tools.

  • Experience developing in coreboot, Zephyr OS, or other open-source projects.

  • Experience bringing up USB-C stack, sensors, and other peripherals.

  • Experience building consumer electronics and knowledge of manufacturing, supply chain, and customer support processes.

About the job

Like Google's own ambitions, the work of a Software Engineer goes beyond just Search. Software Engineering Managers have not only the technical expertise to take on and provide technical leadership to major projects, but also manage a team of Engineers. You not only optimize your own code but make sure Engineers are able to optimize theirs. As a Software Engineering Manager you manage your project goals, contribute to product strategy and help develop your team. Teams work all across the company, in areas such as information retrieval, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking, security, data compression, user interface design; the list goes on and is growing every day. Operating with scale and speed, our exceptional software engineers are just getting started -- and as a manager, you guide the way.

With technical and leadership expertise, you manage engineers across multiple teams and locations, a large product budget and oversee the deployment of large-scale projects across multiple sites internationally.

In this role, you will work on low-level embedded software, new device bring-ups, and open-source technologies. You will scope the work to develop bootloader and embedded controller software for a wide range of ChromeOS devices and contribute to open-source coreboot and Zephyr Operating System (Zephyr OS) projects. Throughout the development process, you will enhance collaboration with external ODMs, OEMs, and chip/System on Chip (SoC) vendors.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $207000 - $300000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits

Learn more aboutbenefits at Google (https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/benefits/) .

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.

Information collected and processed as part of your Google Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Google'sApplicant and Candidate Privacy Policy (./privacy-policy) .

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See alsoGoogle's EEO Policy (https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/eeo/) ,Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal (https://careers.google.com/jobs/dist/legal/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) ,Belonging at Google (https://about.google/belonging/) , andHow we hire (https://careers.google.com/how-we-hire/) .

If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing ourAccommodations for Applicants form (https://goo.gl/forms/aBt6Pu71i1kzpLHe2) .

Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.

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Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also https://careers.google.com/eeo/ and https://careers.google.com/jobs/dist/legal/OFCCP_EEO_Post.pdf If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form: https://goo.gl/forms/aBt6Pu71i1kzpLHe2.

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