Principal Engineer, Migration and Modernization

Google; New York (NY); On-site; USD 307,000 - 427,000; Full time

Job summary

Google Cloud is seeking a Principal Engineer, Migration and Modernization to lead the Database Migration and Modernization portfolio, focusing on database systems and cloud infrastructure.

You will guide the technical direction, influence across product lines, and mentor a team of experts to deliver modernization initiatives for Google Cloud.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 15 years of experience building database systems in production.
• 10 years in data platforms, systems engineering and cloud infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own the technical roadmap for the M&M portfolio.
• Drive architecture and design of modernization and migration components.
• Work with product management to ensure investments align with goals.
• Engage with external customers to understand modernization needs and deliver impact.

Skills

Database systems engineering

Cloud infrastructure

Open-source databases

Leadership & influence

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Cloud platforms

Job description

Principal Engineer, Migration and Modernization

Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Sunnyvale, CA, USA; New York, NY, USA.

Minimum qualifications:

• Master's degree in Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 15 years of experience building database systems and delivering them in production.
• 10 years of experience with data platforms, systems engineering, and cloud infrastructure.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with open-source databases such as PostgreSQL and MySQL.
• Expertise in database systems engineering, prioritizing systems over AI model development.
• Familiarity with database internals like Query Processing, Transaction Management, and Storage.
• Product sensibility and the ability to advocate for key product innovations.

About the job

As a Principal Engineer, you will serve as the technical lead for the Database Migration and Modernization (M&M) portfolio. This is a senior systems-focused engineering role requiring deep expertise in database systems and cloud infrastructure. You will drive the technical direction across the M&M portfolio, ensuring Google remains at the forefront of database modernization. You will utilize cross-organizational influence and leadership capabilities to drive initiatives across multiple product lines. You will lead the technical direction for the global M&M product portfolio. You will drive cross-organizational and multi-product portfolio initiatives as a technical leader. You will inspire a highly technical team of subject matter experts and industry influencers.

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.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $307000 - $427000 (USD) + 30% bonus target + equity + benefits

Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own the technical roadmap for the M&M portfolio, identifying key innovation opportunities.
• Drive the overall architecture and design of key modernization and migration components.
• Work with product management to ensure M&M investments align with Google Data Cloud goals.
• Engage with external customers to understand complex modernization needs and deliver impact.

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