Google offers a voluntary exit package to US staff in the Platforms and Devices unit.The exit program follows last year's merger of Android and Chrome with device teams.Google aims to enhance focus and efficiency in building products post-restructuring.Google has offered a voluntary exit package to employees in the unit responsible for Android software and Pixel phones, multiple employees familiar with the matter said.Unit lead Rick Osterloh, senior vice president at Google, sent a note Thursday to staff in its Platforms and Devices group offering an exit program for staff who wished to leave. The group also works on Chrome and wearable devices.The voluntary exit program is specific to the Platform and Devices team in the US and is only open to US-based Platforms and Devices Googlers reporting to Osterloh.A Google spokesperson confirmed the voluntary exit program. 9to5Google earlier reported on the memo."The Platforms and Devices team is offering a voluntary exit program that provides US-based Googlers working on this team the ability to voluntarily leave the company with a severance package," the Google spokesperson said in a statement. This comes after we brought two large organizations together last year. There's tremendous momentum on this team, and with so much important work ahead, we want everyone to be deeply committed to our mission and focused on building great products with speed and efficiency."Last year, Google merged its Android and Chrome group with the unit responsible for building devices such as Pixel phones and watches. Google leaders framed this change as a way to move faster and "to bring deep AI expertise across platforms and devices."Got a tip? You can reach this reporter using the secure messaging app Signal (+1 628-228-1836) or secure email (hlangley@protonmail.com).