Senior Software Engineer, Sensor Algorithms, Device and Services

2 Months ago • 5-8 Years • Research Development • $166,000 PA - $244,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Google is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design and implement advanced sensor algorithms for motion and related use cases on Google hardware. This role involves developing and implementing production software, collecting high-quality data for algorithm evaluation, implementing monitoring strategies, and collaborating with hardware and software teams. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of software development experience (C++, Java, or Python), expertise in sensor data processing algorithms, statistical estimation techniques (Kalman filtering, etc.), and experience with data analysis. Responsibilities include designing and implementing algorithms, deploying and supporting software, developing data collection plans, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The position is based in Mountain View, CA.
Must have:
  • 5+ years software development (C++, Java, Python)
  • 3+ years sensor data processing algorithms
  • 3+ years statistical estimation techniques
  • Data analysis and algorithm evaluation
  • Algorithm implementation and deployment
  • Collaboration with hardware/software teams
Good to have:
  • Master's/PhD in relevant field
  • Embedded systems development
  • Ground truth data collection and analysis
  • Experience shipping user-facing features

Job Details

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Physics, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5 years of experience in software development using C++, including experience with Java or Python.
  • 3 years of experience developing and implementing algorithms for sensor data processing or signal processing.
  • 3 years of experience with statistical estimation techniques (e.g., Kalman filtering, particle filters, Maximum Likelihood Estimation, etc.).
  • Experience with data analysis and performance evaluation of algorithms using tools such as Python.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Physics, or a related technical field with a focus on sensor fusion, estimation theory, signal processing, or a related area.
  • Experience developing for resource-constrained or embedded systems.
  • Experience with collecting and analyzing high-quality ground truth data for algorithm evaluation and developing robust testing strategies.
  • Experience shipping user-facing features or products that utilize sensor data.

About the job

Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software engineer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google’s needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. We need our engineers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward.

Our team's mission is to develop high-performance sensor algorithms that enable product teams across Google to best leverage these sensors for their applications, contributing to differentiated Google hardware products.

As a Software Engineer, you’ll be at the forefront of developing innovative sensor algorithms that enhance the intelligence, responsiveness, and intuitiveness of Google devices and services, impacting users on Android and beyond.

Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful. Our Devices & Services team combines the best of Google AI, Software, and Hardware to create radically helpful experiences for users. We research, design, and develop new technologies and hardware to make our user's interaction with computing faster, seamless, and more powerful. Whether finding new ways to capture and sense the world around us, advancing form factors, or improving interaction methods, the Devices & Services team is making people's lives better through technology.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $166,000-$244,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about .

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement advanced sensor algorithms for motion and related use cases on Google hardware.
  • Implement, deploy, and support production software across relevant software stacks.
  • Develop and execute plans for collecting high-quality data for algorithm evaluation and improvement.
  • Implement logging and monitoring strategies to verify algorithm performance in production.
  • Collaborate across hardware and software teams to integrate sensor capabilities into new features.

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