Software Engineer, Google Beam

About This Role

Develop next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another at Google. Work on critical projects with opportunities to switch teams and take on new challenges within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement software features for Google Beam, spanning demonstration tools and core end-user product experiences
• Lead the engineering execution for critical demos and public events, ensuring software stability and high visual quality under tight deadlines
• Partner with UX, Beam Studios (film production), and hardware teams to translate requirements into production-ready solutions and validate new display technologies
• Prototype and iterate on new interactive software features that showcase the unique capabilities of the Google Beam platform
• Design and maintain the team's internal prototyping infrastructure and conduct technical "spikes" to evaluate 3D telepresence technology for new verticals like retail and healthcare

Requirements

• 2 years of experience with software development in C++
• 2 years of experience testing, maintaining, or launching software products
• Experience designing and implementing scalable system integration architectures

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience
• 2 years of experience with software development in C++ and 2 years of experience testing, maintaining, or launching software products

Nice to Have

• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or a related technical field
• Experience designing, prototyping, testing, or maintaining augmented or virtual reality products
• Experience with 2D/3D graphics development in C++
• Experience with Linux system administration
• Experience in computer vision

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits