Google

Geo Auto Forward Deployed Engineer (Japanese, English)

This posting was open on Google's own careers board when we last checked it.

Employer
Google
Location
Tokyo, Japan
Seniority
Mid level
Experience asked for
5+ years
Pay band
Not disclosed
Team
IC Engineer

When we saw it

  • First seen 2026-07-27 — the first scan of ours that found it
  • Last seen open 2026-07-27
  • Archived 2026-07-27 — when we saved this copy

Found via Google Careers.

From the posting

The Geo Auto Forward Deployed Engineering (FDE) team collaborates with global partners to integrate Google Maps and develop cutting-edge navigation solutions for vehicles. Our primary objective is to maximize reach, making Maps available in as many vehicles as possible. We align Google's strategic goals with our partners to ensure the seamless integration of Geo Automotive products across edge and cloud platforms. As a Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) Engineer, you will gain exclusive insights into the global automotive industry, guiding products from ideation to production. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams specializing in navigation, automotive sensors, embedded compute, and advanced software architectures. …

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