Frontend Tech Lead, Drive — GenAI & Scalable Web

Google; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 262,000 - 364,000; Full time

Job summary

Google is seeking a Senior Staff Software Engineer for the Drive frontend to lead the design and delivery of next-generation web and mobile experiences at scale. You will drive architecture, set technical direction, and guide teams across frontend frameworks, APIs, and GenAI integration to transform how users organize and interact with content.

You will collaborate with Product Managers, UX Designers, and cross-functional teams to define roadmaps, mentor engineers, and drive high-impact

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience in software development.
• 7 years of experience with front-end frameworks, full-stack development, or API development.
• 5 years of experience with design and architecture; and testing/launching software products.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the technical vision and strategy for new product features and user experiences on the Google Drive frontend across web and mobile platforms.
• Lead the design and architecture of user-facing features. Set technical standards, review feature designs, and ensure the high quality and rapid delivery of the team's product output.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship, fostering a culture of technical excellence and fast-paced innovation.
• Collaborate closely with Product Managers, UX Designers, and cross-functional teams to shape the product roadmap and translate user needs into technical solutions.

Skills

Frontend frameworks

Full-stack development

API development

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

JavaScript

TypeScript

Java

Kotlin

Python

C++

Job description

Google is seeking a Senior Staff Software Engineer for the Drive frontend to lead the design and delivery of next-generation web and mobile experiences at scale. You will drive architecture, set technical direction, and guide teams across frontend frameworks, APIs, and GenAI integration to transform how users organize and interact with content.

You will collaborate with Product Managers, UX Designers, and cross-functional teams to define roadmaps, mentor engineers, and drive high-impact