Software Engineer, Google Wallet, Physical Access

About

Google’s software engineers develop next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products handle information at massive scale and extend well beyond web search.

As a software engineer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google’s needs, with opportunities to switch teams and projects as the business grows and evolves. We look for versatile engineers who demonstrate leadership qualities and are enthusiastic about taking on new problems across the full stack.

The Payments team focuses on making payments simple, seamless, and secure. In addition to consumer payment technologies, the Payments team powers the movement of money between Google and its consumers and businesses.

Responsibilities

• Physical Access Solutions: Develop and expand digital access credentials for campus IDs, corporate badges, hotels, multi-family homes, and other secure entry use cases.
• NFC Ecosystem: Develop software that interfaces with device hardware such as NFC controllers, Secure Elements, and biometric sensors.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with Product Managers, UX Designers, Technical Program Managers, Business Development, Legal, and other engineering teams within Wallet and across Google. Engage with external partners to define requirements, troubleshoot issues, and launch new integrations.
• Android Platform Collaboration: Collaborate with Android platform teams to design and implement new APIs and capabilities that enhance Wallet functionality and security.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 1 year of experience with software development in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Kotlin).
• 1 year of experience with data structures and algorithms.
• 1 year of experience with full stack development, including back-end codebases (e.g., Java, Kotlin, Go, or C++) and front-end experience (e.g., Kotlin, Java, or Swift).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Android development.
• Full-stack experience, including designing and integrating with server-side APIs to support client features.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.
• Proficiency in Kotlin and Java, and a strong understanding of Android internals.