Senior Software Engineer, Security/Privacy, Core

Google; New York (NY); On-site; USD 166,000 - 244,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking innovative software engineers to develop next-generation technologies that transform user interactions. This exciting role involves tackling challenges across various domains, including AI, security, and UI design. As part of a dynamic team, you'll have the chance to influence technical decisions and drive innovation across flagship products. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in software development with programming languages.
• Experience in building software for data privacy and security.

Responsibilities

• Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Design, develop, and enhance software solutions.

Skills

Software Development

Data Structures

Algorithms

Software Testing

Software Design

Data Privacy

Security

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master's Degree or PhD

Job description

Minimum qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
2. 5 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages, and with data structures/algorithms.
3. 3 years of experience testing, maintaining, or launching software products, and 1 year of experience with software design and architecture.
4. 3 years of experience building software for data privacy or security (e.g., identity and access management).

Preferred qualifications:

1. Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field.
2. 1 year of experience in a technical leadership role.
3. Experience developing accessible technologies.

About the role:

Google's software engineers develop next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products handle information at massive scale and extend beyond web search. We seek engineers with fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking, data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design, and mobile development. As a software engineer, you will work on projects critical to Google’s needs, with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you grow and evolve. We value versatility, leadership qualities, and enthusiasm for tackling new problems across the full-stack to push technology forward.

Your responsibilities include managing project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables; designing, developing, testing, deploying, maintaining, and enhancing software solutions.

The Core team builds the technical foundation behind Google’s flagship products, owning and advocating for design elements, developer platforms, product components, and infrastructure. We aim to create excellent, safe, and coherent experiences for users and to drive innovation across Google’s products by building central solutions, breaking down technical barriers, and strengthening existing systems. As part of the Core team, you will have a significant impact on technical decisions across the company.

Compensation:

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $166,000-$244,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Salary ranges depend on role, level, and location. Individual pay within the range is determined by work location, skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter can provide specific salary details for your preferred location during hiring.

Note: listed salary reflects base pay only; bonus, equity, and benefits are additional. Learn more about Google benefits.

Responsibilities:

• Write and test product or system development code.
• Participate in or lead design reviews to select technologies.
• Review code developed by others and provide feedback to ensure best practices.
• Contribute to documentation and educational content, updating as needed.
• Triage issues, debug, and resolve problems affecting hardware, network, or service quality.

Google is an equal opportunity employer and an affirmative action employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion. For accommodations, please complete our Accommodations for Applicants form.