Staff Android Maps Navigation Engineer

Google LLC; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Google LLC is seeking a Staff Software Engineer, Android, for Maps Navigation in Sydney. You will contribute to building next-generation Android experiences for Google Maps, shaping architecture for scalable systems, and leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, hands-on Android development, and collaboration with product and design teams to deliver high-impact maps features at scale.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience in software development.
• 5 years of experience with Android application development.
• 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role leading project teams and setting technical direction.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain critical developer infrastructure, including end-to-end test frameworks and core debugging tools.
• Facilitate alignment and clarity across teams on goals, outcomes, and timelines.
• Own the team's technical strategy for developer velocity, including the development and maintenance of scalable test infrastructure and automation frameworks.
• Participate in the integration and development of Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered tools to solve complex problems in validation, automation, and debugging.
• Influence and coach a distributed team of engineers.

Skills

Android

Software development

Technical leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Job description

Google LLC is seeking a Staff Software Engineer, Android, for Maps Navigation in Sydney. You will contribute to building next-generation Android experiences for Google Maps, shaping architecture for scalable systems, and leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, hands-on Android development, and collaboration with product and design teams to deliver high-impact maps features at scale.