Hiring: Software Engineer, Rapid Prototyping New Pixel Software Products Company: Google Location: Cambridge, MA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 11:56:59 Target Skills & Keywords : AI, Android, Java, Kotlin, NLP, Systems Design, UI Design, User Experience About the job Experience: •2 years of experience with Android application development. •2 years of experience with software development in Java or Kotlin programming languages. •1 year industry or academic experience with rapid prototyping techniques for new products. •2 years of experience with data structures and algorithms. Required Skills: •Learn more about benefits at Google . •Design, build, and iterate on high-fidelity proof-of-concept Android applications and system-level modifications to bring novel user experiences to life. •Experiment with bleeding-edge technologies—such as new on-device ML models, experimental sensor APIs, and unreleased hardware features—to push the boundaries of what is technically possible on Pixel devices. •Identify and creatively bypass technical roadblocks within the Android stack. Optimize for speed, ingenuity, and "art of the possible" demonstrations rather than long-term maintainability or production-grade architecture. •Adapt quickly to changing requirements and pivot technical approaches based on daily learnings, UX research feedback, and continuous discovery. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience. •Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical fields. •Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. •US: $147000 - $210000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits Compensation: •US: $147000 - $210000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!