Embedded Firmware Engineering Manager, Platforms Infrastructure
Google· Internet & Cloud Services· Jul 21, 2026 · 3mo agoPosted 98 days ago
Sunnyvale, CA, USA
In office
Full-time
Manager
$160K–$215K est.
8+ years exp
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Job description
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.
We are seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the growth of our Platforms Infrastructure team. In this role, you will be a vital member of the technical leadership team, driving innovation and mentoring engineers to ensure that all engineering activities align with the broader business unit's objectives. Key responsibilities include overseeing firmware development for our next-gen ARM SoCs and servers, as well as defining the long-term roadmap for the firmware team. You will handle the development, implementation, and maintenance of software projects, fostering a collaborative culture to deliver high-quality products.
The AI and Infrastructure team is redefining what’s possible. We empower Google customers with breakthrough capabilities and insights by delivering AI and Infrastructure at unparalleled scale, efficiency, reliability and velocity. Our customers include Googlers, Google Cloud customers, and billions of Google users worldwide.
We're the driving force behind Google's groundbreaking innovations, empowering the development of our cutting-edge AI models, delivering unparalleled computing power to global services, and providing the essential platforms that enable developers to build the future. From software to hardware our teams are shaping the future of world-leading hyperscale computing, with key teams working on the development of our TPUs, Vertex AI for Google Cloud, Google Global Networking, Data Center operations, systems research, and much more.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $207000 - $301000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits
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• Lead a team delivering embedded firmware for Google data center servers, managing performance, providing coaching, and aligning priorities with organizational goals.
• Develop and evolve the mid-term technical vision and roadmap, influencing technical direction to meet anticipated infrastructure needs.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of firmware projects, proactively resolving issues to ensure timelines, quality, and velocity are met.
• Build strong relationships with internal development, product management, and external stakeholders to align on project scope and deliverables.
• Foster a collaborative environment to swiftly troubleshoot issues and proactively drive the successful delivery of gSoC goals.
• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience in software development with C and C++.
• 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.
• Experience with firmware, bootloaders, security, reliability, resource management, and servers.
Minimum qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience in software development with C and C++.
• 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.
• Experience with firmware, bootloaders, security, reliability, resource management, and servers.
Preferred qualifications:
• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field.
• 3 years of experience working in a complex, matrixed organization.
• Experience in software/hardware integration, system bring-up, and diagnostics.
• Experience with BIOS and Kernel.
• Experience with computer architecture and hardware architecture, including ARM.
• Experience with open source development or Open Compute Projects (OCP).
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