Senior Software Engineer, Performance Modeling

Google; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 166,000 - 244,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a software engineer where you'll develop next-generation technologies that transform user interactions. This role offers the opportunity to work on critical projects within Google Cloud, allowing you to innovate and take ownership of your work. Engage with cross-functional teams to enhance performance models and contribute to groundbreaking solutions that help businesses thrive. With a focus on versatility and leadership, this position is perfect for those eager to tackle new challenges and push the boundaries of technology in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Bonus

Equity

Comprehensive Benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years in software development with strong knowledge in C++ or Python.
• Experience in performance analysis and modeling of systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain performance models using C++ or Python.
• Collaborate with teams to propose and implement performance improvements.

Skills

C++

Python

Performance Analysis

Performance Engineering

Data Structures

Algorithms

Distributed Systems

Systems Integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree or Ph.D.

Tools

Statistical Analysis Tools

Machine Learning

Job description

Minimum qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.
2. 5 years of experience in software development, and with data structures/algorithms.
3. 3 years of experience of Performance Analysis, Performance Modeling, or Performance Engineering of systems.
4. Experience coding in any one of the following languages: C++ or Python.
5. Experience with distributed systems and architecture, and systems integration.

Preferred qualifications:

1. Master's degree or Ph.D. with an emphasis on performance evaluation, performance engineering or performance analysis.
2. 8 years of experience with software development in C++ or Python.
3. Experience working with and developing with performance modeling and simulation.
4. Experience with computer architecture, especially System on a Chip (SoC) architecture.
5. Experience in root causing performance bottlenecks.
6. Experience in statistical analysis tools including machine learning.

Google Cloud's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. 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 Cloud's needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. You will anticipate our customer needs and be empowered to act like an owner, take action and innovate. 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.

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 $166,000-$244,000 + 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 (https://careers.google.com/benefits/).

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and contribute using C++ or Python.
2. Develop and maintain performance models of our systems.
3. Conduct simulations and analyze results to identify performance.
4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to propose and implement performance improvements.
5. Stay abreast of the latest developments in performance modeling and simulation.

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also https://careers.google.com/eeo/ and https://careers.google.com/jobs/dist/legal/OFCCP_EEO_Post.pdf. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form: https://goo.gl/forms/aBt6Pu71i1kzpLHe2.