Google Embedded Developer (Staff Level) Interview Preparation Guide
Embedded Developer
Google
Staff
8 rounds
Updated 2/22/2026
Google's Embedded Developer interview process for Staff level typically consists of an initial recruiter screening, technical phone screen(s) focusing on embedded systems fundamentals and coding, followed by 5-7 onsite rounds including embedded systems design, low-level programming assessments, system architecture discussions, and behavioral/culture fit evaluations. The process emphasizes practical embedded knowledge, C/C++ proficiency, hardware-software integration understanding, and demonstrated experience with real-world embedded systems and driver development.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
45 min3 focus topicsculture fit
2
Technical Phone Screen - Embedded Systems Fundamentals
60 min6 focus topicstechnical
3
Technical Phone Screen - Embedded Design and Coding
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
4
Onsite Round 1 - Embedded Systems Architecture Deep Dive
90 min6 focus topicssystem design
5
Onsite Round 2 - Device Driver and Firmware Development
90 min5 focus topicstechnical
6
Onsite Round 3 - Real-Time Systems and Operating Systems
75 min5 focus topicstechnical
7
Onsite Round 4 - Low-Level Programming and Optimization
75 min5 focus topicstechnical
8
Onsite Round 5 - Behavioral, Leadership, and Culture Fit
60 min6 focus topicsbehavioral