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.

The XR team’s mission is to give people superhuman abilities by making information instantly and intuitively accessible.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you will empower the team to develop reusable AI-based interactive components and libraries for XR, building a foundation for other experiences to build on in the suite of next-generation devices. You will help drive the roadmap and execution, and advocate the establishment of scalable architectures. You will model collaboration across product areas to deliver these critical foundational elements that will support the future of the experience. You will collaborate with the cross-functional peers and other teams to bring the direction to life and multiply the impact.

For decades, the computing revolution has reshaped our world driven by breakthroughs in compute, connectivity, mobile, and now, AI. Google's XR team is at the forefront of the next major leap – the convergence of AI and XR. This is more than just new devices – it's about reimagining how we interact with the world around us. We're building a future where lightweight XR devices pair with helpful AI to augment human intelligence, offering personalized, conversational, and contextually aware experiences.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $207,000-$300,000 + 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 benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to own and drive the technical roadmap, implementation, and delivery of critical features for next-generation Augmented Reality (AR) devices.

• Empower the team to collaborate across organizations and cross-functionally with UX, product, design, and research to identify key technologies, establish milestones, and progress solutions from concept to launch.

• Collaborate across product areas to develop, leverage, and de-risk advanced technologies to deliver solutions.

• Evaluate and develop technologies and its product application to help support next-generation product features, specifications, and system architecture.

• Foster technical excellence and mentorship, and ensure judgement in balancing immediate needs with long-term health. Drive code quality and testing strategies, and ensure long-term maintainability.

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.

• 8 years of mobile application development experience for iOS.

• 5 years of experience testing and launching software products.

• 3 years of experience with mobile application design and architecture.

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.

• 3 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 developing and deploying generative AI applications with a focus on implementing RAG pipelines, integrating vector databases, and orchestrating LLM interactions via APIs.

• Understanding of the challenges in developing for mobile and resource-constrained devices, including managing compute, power, and latency.