Senior GPU System Architect, Silicon

Mountain View, CA, US Until 10/3/2026 8+ years exp First posted August 4, 2026 Last posted August 4, 2026
Job description

About the Job

Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.

Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful. Our team combines the best of Google AI, Software, and Hardware to create radically helpful experiences. We research, design, and develop new technologies and hardware to make computing faster, seamless, and more powerful. We aim to make people's lives better through technology.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $163000 - $236000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

  • Drive Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) architecture for the Tensor SOC based on GPU workload analysis, including high-end games, UI and ML.
  • Propose system level architectural features/requirements to improve overall SoC performance on GPU workloads.
  • Work with Product Management, Google Research, and device teams to bring compelling experiences leveraging GPUs to Google.
  • Work with GPU Software, Android teams to optimize the software stack for GPU workloads.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 8 years of experience with computer architecture concepts, pipelining, or memory subsystems.
  • Experience with system architecture or GPU workload analysis and optimization.



Preferred qualifications:

  • Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science, with an emphasis on computer architecture.
  • Experience developing and analyzing workloads for GPUs.
  • Knowledge of GPU architecture and graphics pipelines.
  • Knowledge of Vulkan, OpenGL, OpenCL, Android OS, Firmware.
  • Knowledge of ARM-based system architecture concepts.

Additional Information

In most instances, this position requires in-person interviews as part of the hiring process.
About this role

Summary

Designs and optimizes GPU architecture for Google's custom silicon hardware solutions

Job title

Senior GPU System Architect, Silicon

Experience level

8+ years

Minimum experience

8+ years exp

Industry

software

Location requirements

Mountain View, CA, USA, on-site; remote not mentioned

Salary

$163k–$236k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

computer architectureGPU workload analysismemory subsystemsVulkanOpenGLOpenCLARM architecture

Preferred skills

video processinggraphics pipelinesAndroid OSFirmwareGPU optimization

Specializations

GPU architecturesystem architectureGPU workload analysishardware design
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Mountain View, CA, USA

On-site City