Staff Software Engineer, Databases, Google Cloud

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead critical projects in the Google Cloud domain. This role involves designing and developing innovative software solutions that impact millions globally. You'll leverage your expertise in software development, distributed systems, and data analytics to drive project success. Join a dynamic team that values versatility and leadership, where you can influence outcomes and collaborate across various teams. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology and help shape the future of cloud computing.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in software development and testing.
• Experience with distributed systems and databases.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership on high-impact projects.
• Design, develop, and enhance large scale software solutions.

Skills

Software Development

Data Analytics

Distributed Systems

Problem Solving

Technical Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Master’s Degree or PhD in Engineering

Job description

Staff Software Engineer, Databases, Google Cloud

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• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience in software development.
• 5 years of experience testing, and launching software products.
• 3 years of experience with data analytics and problem solving.
  
• 3 years of experience with software design and architecture.
• Experience with distributed systems and databases

Preferred qualifications:

• Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 8 years of experience with data structures/algorithms.
• 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role leading project teams and setting technical direction.
• 3 years of experience working in an 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.

With your technical expertise you will manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables. You will design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance software solutions.

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.
• Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance large scale software solutions.

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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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