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Data Engineer, Google Maps

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$135K - $162K/yr

The Geo team also enables developers to use the power of Google Maps platforms to enhance their apps and websites. As they plot a course for the future of mapping, they are solving complex computer ...

About the job At Google, we "Focus on the user and all else will follow." Our UX Engineers are versatile, passionate, and driven to advance the vision for our design teams. Comfortable working across ...

Platform Customer Engineer, Google Cloud

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$65.50 - $87.50/hr

About the job As a Platform Customer Engineer (CE), you will partner with technical Sales teams to differentiate Google Cloud to our customers. You will serve as the customer's primary technical ...

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How much do google programmer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for google programmer in the United States is $39.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.72 and $51.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Google programmer?

A Google Programmer, often referred to as a Software Engineer at Google, is responsible for designing, coding, testing, and maintaining software solutions. They work on a variety of projects, from improving search algorithms to developing large-scale infrastructure and AI systems. Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams, follow coding best practices, and contribute to Google's innovative technology. The role typically requires strong programming skills, problem-solving abilities, and knowledge of data structures and algorithms.

What does a Google programmer do?

As a Google Programmer, your workday typically involves collaborating with fellow engineers, product managers, and designers to plan, design, and implement new features or improve existing systems. You may spend significant time coding, participating in code reviews, attending daily stand-up meetings, and troubleshooting software issues. The role often encourages knowledge-sharing and cross-functional teamwork, offering exposure to a wide variety of projects and technologies. This dynamic environment supports continuous learning and professional growth, allowing you to expand your skillset while contributing to impactful products.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a Google programmer?

To thrive as a Google Programmer, you need expertise in computer science fundamentals, coding proficiency in languages such as Python, Java, or C++, and a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with Google's development tools, cloud platforms like Google Cloud, and version control systems such as Git is usually expected. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to collaborate in diverse, fast-paced teams are essential soft skills. These abilities enable programmers to tackle complex projects efficiently and contribute meaningfully to Google's innovative environment.

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Infographic showing various Google Programmer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 74% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,234 per year, or $39.5 per hour.

Silicon Validation Engineer, Google Cloud

Sunnyvale, CA • On-site

Google
Software Development • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Own the bringup and New Product Introduction (NPI) phases of the silicon development lifecycle.

  • Integrate and validate complex hardware/software designs in pre-silicon through functional bringup, developing integration plans, coordinating hardware and software delivery, and creating validation tests.

  • Design, develop, operate, and maintain software-based validation tests and perform long-term system characterization.


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Job description

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X In most instances, this position requires in-person interviews as part of the hiring process.
Minimum qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 3 years of experience with silicon design or with semiconductors (e.g., digital design, silicon validation, computer architecture).
  • Experience scripting in a programming language like Python or equivalent.

Preferred qualifications:
  • Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science, with an emphasis on computer architecture.
  • Experience developing firmware, embedded software, or functional tests for silicon validation.
  • Experience in silicon validation bringing up, characterizing, and qualifying silicon.
  • Experience with high speed interfaces, ASIC interfaces, memory systems (HBM), aor power system features and high-power ASICs.

About the job
In this role, you'll work to shape the future of AI/ML hardware acceleration. You will have an opportunity to drive cutting-edge TPU (Tensor Processing Unit) technology that powers Google's most demanding AI/ML applications. You'll be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's TPU. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide, and leverage your design and verification expertise to verify complex digital designs, with a specific focus on TPU architecture and its integration within AI/ML-driven systems.
In this role, you will be helping in bringing custom Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs) from concept through to production. You will be a part of the silicon validation effort of the overall silicon product development lifecycle. Your efforts may center on power features, interfaces, HBM memory, compute functionality, or various aspects of system performance.
The AI and Infrastructure team is redefining what's possible. We empower Google customers with breakthrough capabilities and insights by delivering AI and Infrastructure at unparalleled scale, efficiency, reliability and velocity. Our customers include Googlers, Google Cloud customers, and billions of Google users worldwide.
We're the driving force behind Google's groundbreaking innovations, empowering the development of our cutting-edge AI models, delivering unparalleled computing power to global services, and providing the essential platforms that enable developers to build the future. From software to hardware our teams are shaping the future of world-leading hyperscale computing, with key teams working on the development of our TPUs, Vertex AI for Google Cloud, Google Global Networking, Data Center operations, systems research, and much more.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $138000 - $198000 (USD) 15% bonus target equity benefits
Learn more about benefits at Google .
Responsibilities
  • Own the bringup and New Product Introduction (NPI) phases of the silicon development lifecycle. Enable custom silicon products within the platform infrastructure systems.
  • Integrate and validate complex hardware/software designs in pre-silicon through functional bringup. Develop the integration plan, coordinate hardware and software delivery, and create necessary tests for validation.
  • Develop detailed test plans, based on design specifications and coordinate with a cross-functional teams (e.g., architecture, design, software, firmware).
  • Perform long-term system characterization. Debug and help root-cause failures, providing feedback to improve features like power management quality, performance, and reliability through generations of designs, including in pre-silicon prototyping platforms as well as through post-silicon bringup and production.
  • Design, develop, operate, and maintain software based validation tests.

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