Staff Software Engineer, Google Compute Engine

Google LLC

Seattle, WA

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Architectural Services, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Artificial Intelligence (AI) Natural Language, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Programming Languages, Authentication, Best Practices, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Cloud Computing, Coaching, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Computer Security, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Customer Experience, Data Storage, Disability Insurance, Distributed Computing, Engineering Management, English Language, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Field Sales, French Language, Genetics, Go Programming Language (Golang), Identify Issues, Identity Data Management, Information Retrieval, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Internet Search, Java, JavaScript, Large-Scale Systems, Leadership, Leading Edge Technology, Life Insurance, Mechanical Engineering, Mentoring, Metrics, Microsoft C# (C Sharp), Natural Language Processing (NLP), Network Design, Network Operations Center, Objective-C Programming Language, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product Design, Program Planning, Programming Languages, Project/Program Management, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Regulatory Requirements, SAP, Sales, Sales Management, Security Architecture, Software Development, Software Engineering, Startup, Systems Administration/Management, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Technical Strategy, Technical Support, Technical/Engineering Design, Testing, User Experience Design (UXD), User Interface Design
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30+ days ago

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XIn accordance with Washington state law, we are highlighting our comprehensive benefits package, which is available to all eligible US based employees. Benefits for this role include:

  • Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
  • Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
  • Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment
  • Sick Time: 40 hours/year (increased to 69 hours/year for Seattle) including 5 discretionary sick days per instance
  • Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks
  • Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
  • Holidays: 13 paid days per year

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor"s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field or equivalent practical experience.

  • 8 years of software development experience with one or more general purpose programming languages (e.g., Java, C/C++, C#, Objective C, Python, JavaScript, or Go).

  • 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role.

  • 3 years of experience building and developing large-scale infrastructure or distributed systems.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Master's degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.

  • Experience in advanced security (e.g., Authentication Protocols, Identity and Access Management Systems, etc.).

  • Expertise in designing, analyzing, and troubleshooting large-scale distributed systems in management, control, and data planes.

  • Ability to navigate and solve open-ended problems, utilizing innovative approaches to handle ambiguity and technical uncertainty.

  • Ability to build and drive technical roadmap and design with a broader engineering organization.

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills and the ability to influence cross-functionally at various levels.

About the job

Google"s software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We"re looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software engineer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google's needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. We need our engineers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward.

The Google Compute Engine Guest Platform team optimizes the customer experience by simplifying agent deployment for critical workloads like SAP and AI/ML. We enhance security with OS login and drive operational excellence through guest health monitoring and metric collection.

In this role, you will define the technical outlook and architecture for the platform while leading a team of software engineers. You will design core components to solve security, scalability, and reliability issues. Additionally, you will collaborate with cross-functional partners, including product managers and designers, to deliver high quality solutions and instill software development best practices.

Google Cloud accelerates every organization's ability to digitally transform its business and industry. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google's cutting-edge technology, and tools that help developers build more sustainably. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $207,000-$300,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

  • Define and drive the technical outlook, strategy, and architectural evolution for the guest platform, ensuring alignment with broader organizational goals.
  • Lead, mentor, and coach a team of software engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and collaboration.
  • Collaborate closely with product managers, security engineers, UX designers, and other engineering teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
  • Instill best practices in software development, including code quality, testing, monitoring, and operational excellence within the team.

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Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google"s EEO Policy, Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal, Belonging at Google, and How we hire.

If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.

Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.

To all recruitment agencies: Google does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Google employees, or any other organization location. Google is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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