Infrastructure Engineer, Google Distributed Cloud

Google Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 197,000 - 291,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks innovative software engineers to develop next-generation technologies that transform user interactions. This role emphasizes problem-solving, technical leadership, and collaboration in a fast-paced environment. Engineers will tackle challenges in distributed computing and large-scale system design while contributing to impactful projects that enhance customer experiences. Join a dynamic team that values versatility and creativity, offering opportunities to grow and switch projects as the business evolves. This is a chance to make a significant impact in the tech world.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in software development with strong knowledge of data structures and algorithms.
• Experience in building infrastructure and distributed systems.
• Technical leadership in complex organizations.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership on high-impact projects.
• Influence and coach a distributed team of engineers.
• Design, develop, and enhance large scale software solutions.

Skills

Software Development

Data Structures

Algorithms

Distributed Systems

Infrastructure Development

Software Design

Architecture

Technical Leadership

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master’s or PhD in Engineering or Computer Science

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• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience in software development, and with data structures/algorithms.
• 5 years of experience building and developing infrastructure, distributed systems or networks.
• 5 years of experience with design and architecture and testing/launching software products.
• 3 years of experience with software design and architecture.
• Experience with compute technologies, storage, or hardware architecture.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master’s or PhD degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a technical related field.
• 3 years of experience working in a complex, matrixed organization including technical leadership role leading project teams and setting technical direction.
• 3 years of experience working in a complex, matrixed organization involving cross-functional, or cross-business projects.

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.

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.

We are the team building the infrastructure for Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) connected on-premise Anthos clusters. Our platform provides a variety of customers including retail and global telecommunications with a managed k8s platform that is located in their data centers, connected to their private network. We deliver the compute and storage services that support mission-critical workloads for Retail customers as well as Manufacturing customers including ASML.

The Infrastructure team is expanding its presence in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The team has an ambitious goal to build scalable and reliable life-cycle management/fleet management system for GDC connected deployments, including release management, software updates and rollouts. We are solving numerous technical challenges while respecting our customer's privacy and observability requirements. 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 $197,000-$291,000 + 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

• Provide technical leadership on high-impact projects.
• Influence and coach a distributed team of engineers.
• Facilitate alignment and clarity across teams on goals, outcomes, and timelines.
• Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance large scale software solutions.
• Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.

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