Senior Linux Kernel Technical Lead, Pixel Kernel

Warsaw, Poland Kraków, Poland Until 9/19/2026 5+ years exp First posted July 21, 2026 Last posted July 21, 2026
Job description

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. The Platforms and Devices team encompasses Google's various computing software platforms across environments (desktop, mobile, applications), as well as our first-party devices and services that combine the best of Google AI, software, and hardware. Teams across this area research, design, and develop new technologies to make our user's interaction with computing faster and more seamless, building innovative experiences for our users around the world.Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Poland: zł364000 - zł374000 (PLN) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

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Responsibilities

  • Design and develop the system software stack for Pixel devices.
  • Develop Google SoC and in-market devices system software kernel sustaining.
  • Architect, design, develop, test, deploy and maintain complex Android embedded consumer devices.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages.
  • Experience working on the Linux kernel.
  • Experience in embedded programming using C, C++, or a similar language.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field.
  • 5 years of experience with data structures and algorithms.
  • 1 year of experience in a technical leadership role.
  • Experience with Android application or platform development experience including Android kernel, and Android BSP.
About this role

Summary

Designs and develops system software for Pixel devices and Android embedded systems.

Job title

Senior Linux Kernel Technical Lead, Pixel Kernel

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

software

Location requirements

Warsaw or Kraków, Poland; on-site preferred

Salary

$364k–$374k

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

linux kernelCC++embedded programming

Preferred skills

android kernelandroid platformdata structuresalgorithmsleadership

Specializations

linux kernelembedded programmingandroidsystem software
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Warsaw, Poland

On-site City

Kraków, Poland

On-site City