Staff Software Engineer, Large-Scale Infrastructure & Systems

Google; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 207,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Google is hiring software engineers to build the next generation of scalable infrastructure and data storage systems. You will work on core projects with opportunities to switch teams as Google grows, bringing expertise in distributed computing and large-scale systems.

We seek candidates with strong C++ background, 8 years of experience, and a track record in delivering high-impact software. The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration across teams, and engineering excellence at scale.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience programming in C++.
• 5 years of experience testing, and launching software products.
• 5 years of experience building and developing large-scale infrastructure, distributed systems or networks, or experience with compute technologies, storage, or hardware architecture.
• 3 years of experience with software design and architecture.

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.

Skills

C++ experience

Distributed systems

Software design

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree or PhD

Job description

Google is hiring software engineers to build the next generation of scalable infrastructure and data storage systems. You will work on core projects with opportunities to switch teams as Google grows, bringing expertise in distributed computing and large-scale systems.

We seek candidates with strong C++ background, 8 years of experience, and a track record in delivering high-impact software. The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration across teams, and engineering excellence at scale.