Senior Embedded Linux USB Systems Engineer

Socket.dev; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 174,000 - 252,000; Full time

Job summary

Google is seeking a software engineer to advance USB connectivity and charging for Pixels. The role spans Linux kernel drivers, HAL, and Android framework, with opportunities to influence silicon architecture and system-level design.

You will work across hardware and software teams to deliver robust USB solutions, contribute to upstream Linux, and ensure port health and reliability across products. Competitive compensation includes equity and bonus targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience required.
• 5 years of software development experience in one or more languages (e.g., C).
• 3 years working with embedded operating systems.
• 3 years testing, maintaining, or launching software products; 1 year design/architecture experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop linux kernel drivers to enable new USB and Type-C controllers for Pixel roadmap.
• Identify cross-Product Area USB features to improve product experience.
• Identify systemic USB issues and merge upstream Linux solutions for multiple generations.
• Investigate scalable USB architectures and influence SoC design for performance and health metrics.
• Abstract hardware interfaces to Android userspace (HAL) and Android framework.

Skills

Software development

C language

Embedded operating systems

Software testing

Software maintenance

Software architecture

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience

Master’s degree or PhD in Computer Science

Job description

Google is seeking a software engineer to advance USB connectivity and charging for Pixels. The role spans Linux kernel drivers, HAL, and Android framework, with opportunities to influence silicon architecture and system-level design.

You will work across hardware and software teams to deliver robust USB solutions, contribute to upstream Linux, and ensure port health and reliability across products. Competitive compensation includes equity and bonus targets.