Engineering Manager • Lead

Who you are

You have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience and at least 8 years of experience in software development. With 3 years in a technical leadership role and 2 years in people management, you excel at leading cross-functional teams and shaping project direction. Your experience includes building test automation to scale and improving efficiency, particularly in Android system components and mobile development. You possess knowledge of machine learning applications and tools, which enhances your ability to guide your team effectively.

As a Software Engineering Manager, you not only have the technical expertise to lead major projects but also the capability to mentor and grow your team. You understand the importance of optimizing code and ensuring that your engineers can do the same. Your collaborative nature allows you to work seamlessly with various teams across Google, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

Desirable

Experience in managing a wide scope of projects and teams is a plus, as is a background in artificial intelligence and natural language processing. You are comfortable navigating complex systems and can analyze and decompose them to identify root causes and patterns that lead to broader solutions.

What you'll do

In this role, you will manage project goals and contribute to product strategy while leading a team of engineers. You will guide your team through the complexities of software development, ensuring alignment with organizational directions. Your responsibilities will include defining goals, mentoring team members, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. You will also be involved in improving productivity through effective test automation practices and optimizing existing processes.

Your leadership will be crucial in shaping the future of Google's software engineering efforts, as you will work on a variety of projects that span information retrieval, distributed computing, and large-scale system design. You will analyze complex systems to surface root causes and identify patterns that can lead to general solutions applicable across the organization. By fostering a supportive and challenging environment, you will empower your team to achieve their best work.

What we offer

At Google, you will be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will have the chance to work on impactful projects that shape the future of technology and contribute to a culture that encourages creativity and excellence. Join us in our mission to make information universally accessible and useful, and help us build the next generation of software solutions.