Senior Software Engineer, Thermal Management, Pixel
Jobs/Senior Software Engineer, Thermal Management, PixelHomesvg]:w-3.5 [&>svg]:h-3.5"> Jobssvg]:w-3.5 [&>svg]:h-3.5"> Companiessvg]:w-3.5 [&>svg]:h-3.5"> Googlesvg]:w-3.5 [&>svg]:h-3.5"> Senior Software Engineer, Thermal Management, PixelSenior Software Engineer, Thermal Management, PixelGoogleSenior Software Engineer, Thermal Management, PixelGoogleLocationMountain View, CATypeFull-timePosted8/24/2026Compensation$174,000 - $252,000 per yearUndergraduate with 5+ Years of ExperienceH-1B FY202698.4% approval908 approvals4,273 LCA0.6% entry-level-14% YoY👑 Elite sponsorJob DescriptionThe Senior Software Engineer for Thermal Management at Google will be part of the Pixel Device Thermal Software Team, responsible for designing and optimizing low-level thermal software architecture across the Pixel product family. This role focuses on creating intelligent software solutions to manage device thermal behavior while maximizing performance and battery efficiency. Engineers in this position will work at the intersection of silicon capability, hardware engineering, and user experience. The role requires versatility and leadership qualities to tackle new challenges in a fast-paced environment.RequirementsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.5 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages, including C or C++.3 years of experience testing, maintaining, or launching software products, and 1 year of experience with software design and architecture.3 years of experience working with embedded operating systems such as Linux kernel or RTOS.2 years of experience using scripting languages such as Python or Shell for test automation.ResponsibilitiesWrite, optimize, and test product or system development code across embedded firmware and Linux kernel thermal frameworks.Participate in or lead design reviews with peers and cross-functional stakeholders to decide on technologies and thermal mitigation strategies.Review code developed by other developers and provide feedback to ensure best practices.Contribute to existing technical documentation and adapt content based on product updates and validation feedback.Triage product or system issues and debug by analyzing the sources of issues and their impact on hardware and system performance.BenefitsEmployees at Google are often offered benefits like comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible work arrangements, among other benefits.H-1B filing historyPublic USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026Filing entity: Google LlcAs of Jul 17, 2026Initial approvals908FY2026Approval rate98.4%FY2026LCA certified4,273FY2026Entry-level share0.6%FY2026Initial approvals YoY14%TrendLCA certified YoY51%TrendInitial approvals by fiscal yearFY2022 FY2024 FY2026 0 400 800 1200 1600Approval rate by fiscal yearFY2022 FY2023 FY2024 FY2026 0% 25% 50% 75% 100%Continuing vs initial approvalsFY2022 FY2024 FY2026 0 2500 5000 7500 10000 Initial ContinuingLCA certified positions by quarter2022-Q1 2023-Q2 2024-Q3 2026-Q2 0 2000 4000 6000 8000LCA certified positions by fiscal yearFY2022 FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026 0 3000 6000 9000 12000Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.Is this posting expired or inaccurate?Senior Software Engineer, Thermal Management, PixelGoogleSomething wrong with this listing?At a glanceMountain View, CAFull-time8/24/2026$174,000 - $252,000 per year