Technical Lead, Firmware, Pixel Systems Power

Google develops next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another.
$180,000 - $280,000
Embedded
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
7+ years of experience
Consumer

Description For Technical Lead, Firmware, Pixel Systems Power

Google's Pixel team is at the forefront of mobile technology, focusing on creating the world's most helpful mobile experience through advanced designs, techniques, and products. As a Technical Lead in Firmware for Pixel Systems Power, you'll work across the entire software and hardware stack to optimize power consumption and battery life for Pixel devices. You'll collaborate with teams spanning Android platforms, applications, and hardware to ensure exceptional battery performance.

The role involves deep technical expertise in embedded systems, power management, and software optimization. You'll be responsible for analyzing and improving power consumption across various hardware components, including CPU, GPU, and connectivity systems. Your work will directly impact millions of users' mobile experience through better battery life and performance.

Working at Google means being part of a team that's shaping the future of mobile technology. You'll have access to cutting-edge resources and work with some of the best minds in the industry. The position offers opportunities to influence product design from the ground up, combining hardware and software optimization to create transformative user experiences.

The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership qualities, deep technical knowledge in embedded systems, and a passion for optimization. You'll be working in an environment that values innovation, technical excellence, and cross-functional collaboration. This role offers the unique opportunity to work on products that combine the best of Google's artificial intelligence, software, and hardware capabilities.

If you're passionate about mobile technology, have a strong background in embedded systems and power optimization, and want to impact how billions of users interact with their devices, this role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of mobile computing while working with cutting-edge technology and world-class teams.

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Responsibilities For Technical Lead, Firmware, Pixel Systems Power

  • Work with cross-functional hardware and software teams to model power consumption and define power goals
  • Analyze and optimize the software running across the key components of the chipset such as CPU, GPU, Memory Subsystem and Connectivity
  • Debug and resolve battery drain issues
  • Collaborate with Android application teams across Google to help them optimize power
  • Develop tools and tests for validating and monitoring power consumption

Requirements For Technical Lead, Firmware, Pixel Systems Power

Linux
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 7 years of experience in embedded development
  • Experience in programming in C or C++
  • Experience with power management of embedded mobile devices and hardware subsystems
  • Knowledge of Linux kernel, Android system, and embedded software system design

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