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Senior Staff Software Engineer, Accelerator Platforms

Google · United States · Posted 2026-08-24

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Job description

Serve as the Tech Lead (TL), defining the architecture and technical road map for the software stack on our accelerator platforms. Drive large-scale technical programs from concept to deployment, ensuring cross-team alignment and on-time delivery of complex systems. This includes interfacing with hardware, software, and SRE teams to deliver scalable solutions for Google's Data Centers. Be responsible for guiding multiple teams through the successful design, development, and execution of this roadmap. Focus on distributed systems software, core Linux OS components, Linux Networking, Power Management strategies, and the intricate interactions with hardware buses such as PCIe, USB, and I2C. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 8 years of experience in software development. 7 years of experience working with embedded operating systems. 5 years of experience with design and architecture; and testing/launching software products. Experience with Linux networking concepts and development (e.g., sockets, TCP/IP, kernel networking stack). Experience with Linux OS internals, kernel development, or systems programming. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field. 8 years of experience with data structures and algorithms. 5 years of experience in a technical leadership role leading project teams and setting technical direction. 3 years of experience working in a complex, matrixed organization involving cross-functional, or cross-business projects. Experience in High-Performance Computing (HPC) systems and networking. Familiarity with industry standardization bodies (e.g., PCI-SIG, Compute Express Link (CXL) Consortium, Distributed Management Task Force (DMTF), Open Compute Project (OCP)).