Role Overview
Google is hiring a Senior Software Developer, Computer Vision, XR. This is a full-time role in CA. Part of Google's Mobile hiring, posted 5 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Google utilizes AI tools to assist in assessing candidates in our hiring processes.
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: San Jose, CA, USA; Waterloo, ON, Canada.
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 5 years of experience with software development in C++ or Python.
- 3 years of experience testing, maintaining, or launching software products, and 1 year of experience with software design and architecture.
- 3 years of experience with Computer Vision (image classification and processing, object detection, visual search), video generation, or signal processing; and experience designing Computer Vision systems.
- 3 years of experience with ML infrastructure (e.g., model deployment, model evaluation, optimization, data processing, debugging).
- Experience working in Augmented Reality (AR).
Preferred qualifications
- Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field.
- 5 years of experience working in Geometric Sensing, XR, Robotics, or a related field.
- 5 years of experience with data structures and algorithms.
- 1 year of experience in a technical leadership role.
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.
In this role, with your technical expertise you will manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables. You will design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance software solutions.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 like smart glasses and headsets pair with helpful AI to augment human intelligence, offering personalized, conversational, and contextually aware experiences.La rémunération individuelle est déterminée par des facteurs supplémentaires, notamment les compétences liées à l'emploi, l'expérience et l'éducation ou la formation pertinente. Veuillez noter que les détails de la rémunération indiqués dans les offres de poste au Canada reflètent uniquement le salaire de base et n'incluent pas les primes, les actions ou les avantages sociaux. En savoir plus sur les avantages chez Google.
Canada: $100,000 - $200,000 (CAD) + prime + actions + avantages sociaux.
US: $174000 - $253000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + bonus + equity + benefits
Canada: $182000 - $187000 (CAD) + 15% bonus target + bonus + equity + benefits
United States: $100,000 - $200,000 (USD) + X% bonus target + equity* + benefits.
Responsibilities
- Develop and deploy geometric sensing across a range of XR products and use cases.
- Bring up sensing capabilities on new devices and prototypes, scaling the XR ecosystem.
- Empower XR experiences by providing geometric sensing for features like 3D reconstruction, content placement, occlusion, scene understanding, and passthrough.
- Collaborate with system owners to define roadmaps for XR geometric sensing endpoints.
- Scale impact by developing systems and processes that ensure XR geometry can support geometric sensing Machine Learning (ML) across a range of products and use cases.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Senior Software Developer, Computer Vision, XR position at Google?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Google. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Senior Software Developer, Computer Vision, XR position at Google located?
This position is based in CA. Google has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Senior Software Developer, Computer Vision, XR at Google earn?
Google has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Senior Software Developer, Computer Vision, XR role at Google posted?
This role was posted on June 9, 2026 (5 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the Senior Software Developer, Computer Vision, XR role at Google require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Google lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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