Staff Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience, along with 8 years of experience programming in C++. Your background includes 5 years of experience testing and launching software products, and you have a strong foundation in building and developing large-scale infrastructure, distributed systems, or networks. You possess 3 years of experience with software design and architecture, and you are comfortable leading project teams and setting technical direction. Your expertise in data structures and algorithms is backed by 8 years of experience, and you thrive in a global organization, working on cross-functional projects.

You are passionate about developing next-generation technologies that impact billions of users. You bring fresh ideas from various domains, including information retrieval, distributed computing, and data storage. Your technical leadership skills enable you to influence and coach a distributed team of engineers, ensuring alignment on goals and timelines. You are adept at managing project priorities and deliverables, and you enjoy collaborating with diverse teams to solve critical business problems.

Desirable

A Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field would be a plus. Experience in technical leadership roles is highly valued, as is familiarity with compute technologies, storage, or hardware architecture.

What you'll do

As a Staff Software Engineer at Google, you will work on specific projects critical to the company’s needs, with opportunities to switch teams as the business evolves. You will design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance large-scale software solutions that handle information at massive scale. Your role will involve providing technical leadership on projects, influencing and coaching a distributed team of engineers, and facilitating alignment across teams on goals and outcomes. You will manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables, ensuring that your team meets its objectives while maintaining high standards of quality.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and implement solutions that address complex challenges. Your contributions will directly impact how users connect, explore, and interact with information. You will also have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and expertise to help them grow in their careers.

What we offer

At Google, you will be part of a culture that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. You will have access to resources and support to help you succeed in your role and advance your career. The company offers competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional development and growth. You will work in an environment that encourages creativity and values diverse perspectives, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on the products and services that shape the future of technology.