Software Engineer, Android Graphics

1 Day ago • 2-4 Years • Graphics Engineer • $141,000 PA - $202,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Google's Android Core Graphics team seeks a Software Engineer to design and develop features within the Android Graphics stack using C++. This role involves a mix of client-facing features and improving core graphics infrastructure. You'll collaborate with OEMs, hardware vendors, and developers to advance mobile graphics, working on projects like HDR, adaptive refresh rates, and multi-display support for various devices (phones, tablets, XR, etc.). Responsibilities include designing, developing, testing, deploying, maintaining, and enhancing software solutions, managing project priorities and deadlines. Experience in C++, Android development, data structures, and algorithms is crucial.
Must have:
  • C++ development experience
  • Android app development (2+ years)
  • Data structures & algorithms expertise
  • Design & develop Android Graphics features
Good to have:
  • Master's/PhD in CS
  • Performance analysis experience
  • Android graphics experience
  • Accessible tech development
  • Software test engineering proficiency
Perks:
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Benefits

Job Details

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 2 years of experience with software development in C++, or 1 year of C++ experience with an advanced degree in an industry setting.
  • 2 years of experience with data structures or algorithms in either an academic or industry setting.
  • 2 years of experience Android application development.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field.
  • 2 years of experience with performance, systems data analysis, visualization tools, or debugging.
  • 1 year experience with graphics in Android.
  • Experience developing accessible technologies.
  • Proficiency in code and system health, diagnosis and resolution, and software test engineering.

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.

With your technical expertise you will manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables. You will design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance software solutions.

The Android Core Graphics team focuses on graphics development, spanning innovative developer APIs to the fundamental Hardware Abstraction Layers (HALs) that bring pixels to life across a vast ecosystem of devices. This includes phones, tablets, XR, desktops, TVs, cars, and watches, to name just a few!

In this role, you will collaborate closely with OEMs, hardware vendors, developers, and game engine creators to push the boundaries of mobile graphics. Recent impactful projects include HDR, Adaptive Refresh Rate, low-latency stylus support, and enabling multi-display experiences for foldable phones and connected displays.

Android is Google’s open-source mobile operating system powering more than 3 billion devices worldwide. Android is about bringing computing to everyone in the world. We believe computing is a super power for good, enabling access to information, economic opportunity, productivity, connectivity between friends and family and more. We think everyone in the world should have access to the best computing has to offer. We provide the platform for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and developers to build compelling computing devices (smartphones, tablets, TVs, wearables, etc) that run the best apps/services for everyone in the world.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $141,000-$202,000 + 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 develop features in the Android Graphics stack using C++.
  • Ramp-up and eventual ownership of one or more areas.
  • Work will be a mixture of enabling client-facing features and improving and architect core graphics infrastructure.

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