Software Engineer, Site Reliability Engineering

Google Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 207,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Google Cloud seeks a Software Engineer for Site Reliability Engineering in New York. You will own outcomes, design scalable distributed systems, and guide improvements across monitoring, incident response, and tooling. The role requires strong coding skills in Python/Go/C++/Java and the ability to influence senior stakeholders.

The position offers a hybrid schedule with a US base salary range of $207,000–$300,000, plus a 20% bonus target, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 6 years progressive experience or Master’s with 4 years in software engineering.
• 4 years of experience in code refactoring, algorithms, data structures, and building tooling or test automation.
• Experience designing large-scale, fault-tolerant distributed systems and cloud security principles.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable software solutions for enterprise-grade products.
• Drive technical vision and architecture for complex projects with ambiguous requirements.
• Review code and designs to enforce reliability, security, and efficiency best practices.
• Triage and resolve complex system issues to improve service operations and quality.
• Mentor engineers and contribute to hiring and engineering community initiatives.

Skills

Code refactoring

Algorithms

Data structures

Developer tooling

Test automation

Python

Go

C++

Java

Distributed systems

Monitoring & incident response

Security in cloud

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field

Tools

Python

Go

C++

Java

Job description

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• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field and 6 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or in a Software Engineer-related occupation.
• Alternatively, will accept a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, and 4 years of experience in the job offered or in a Software Engineer-related occupation.
• Position requires 4 years of experience in the following: Code refactoring, algorithms, data structures, and building developer tooling or test automation utilizing Python, Go, C++, or Java; Designing and operating large-scale, fault-tolerant distributed systems and microservices, focusing on performance and cost optimization; Monitoring, alerting, incident response, and root cause analysis; Applying configuration management and security principles to cloud environments; and Managing senior stakeholders, external partners, and navigating regulatory requirements for data sovereignty.

About the job

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 $207,000 - $300,000 + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Position reports to the Google New York, NY office & may allow for a hybrid schedule as per Google policy.

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

US: $207000 - $300000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits

Learn more about benefits at Google.

• Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable software solutions that maintain and enhance enterprise-grade products.
• Drive the technical vision and architectural roadmap for key projects, designing solutions for complex and ambiguous problems.
• Review code and technical designs from peers, providing feedback to ensure best practices in reliability, security, and efficiency.
• Triage and resolve complex system issues by analyzing root causes and implementing solutions to improve service operations and quality. Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables to ensure successful execution of software development initiatives.
• Mentor other engineers and contribute to the engineering community through documentation, training, and participation in hiring processes.

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google's EEO Policy , Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal , Belonging at Google , and How we hire .

Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.

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