Staff Software Engineer, Global Networking & AI Infra

Google Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 207,000 - 300,000; Full time

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Bonus target

Benefits

Job summary

Google Inc. is seeking a Staff Software Engineer in Sunnyvale, CA to lead and shape global networking technology initiatives.

You will work on next‑generation network and routing software, integrating AI tools, and delivering scalable infrastructure for distributed applications, with opportunities to influence multiple teams across Google’s AI and infrastructure efforts. The role emphasizes leadership, cross‑functional collaboration, and a focus on high‑scale systems, networking, and security,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience programming in C++, Java, Python, Kotlin or Go.
• 5 years of experience testing, and launching software products.
• 3 years of experience with software design and architecture.
• Experience integrating generative AI tools or LLM interfaces into workflows.
• Experience with design and delivery of network and routing software.

Responsibilities

• Be the Subject Matter Expert on features used for Google WAN in network operating systems.
• Drive open config adoption across the GNT platforms and across industry.
• Design and develop infrastructure for running network applications in a decentralized manner.
• Design and develop new and innovative network applications that will have direct and material impact on Google's network behavior.
• Work with the broader ecosystem on validating features from vendors and delivering high quality solutions.

Skills

C++

Java

Python

Kotlin

Go

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's or PhD (preferred)

Job description

Google Inc. is seeking a Staff Software Engineer in Sunnyvale, CA to lead and shape global networking technology initiatives.

You will work on next‑generation network and routing software, integrating AI tools, and delivering scalable infrastructure for distributed applications, with opportunities to influence multiple teams across Google’s AI and infrastructure efforts. The role emphasizes leadership, cross‑functional collaboration, and a focus on high‑scale systems, networking, and security,