Tech Lead, Corporate Engineering

Socket.dev; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 207,000 - 300,000; Full time

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Bonus target

Benefits

Job summary

Google is seeking a software engineer to help design and build scalable platforms and networking infrastructure. You will lead projects that power internal tools used by thousands of Googlers worldwide.

The role emphasizes full-stack problem solving, distributed systems, AI integration, and strong leadership to set technical direction across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience with web applications and distributed systems.
• Experience in a technical leadership role leading project teams and setting technical direction.
• Experience programming in Java.
• Experience integrating artificial intelligence into workflows.
• Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 8 years of experience with data structures and algorithms.
• 3 years of experience in a matrixed organization with cross-functional projects.
• Experience with machine learning and data modeling.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop highly scalable platforms and networking infrastructure.
• Engineer enterprise-grade internal systems that empower thousands of Googlers globally.

Skills

Web apps & distributed systems

Technical leadership

Java programming

AI integration

Data structures & algorithms

Cross-functional collaboration

Machine learning & data modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Master’s degree or PhD (preferred)

Job description

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience working with web applications and distributed systems.
• Experience in a technical leadership role leading project teams and setting technical direction.
• Experience programming in Java.
• Experience integrating artificial intelligence into workflows.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 8 years of experience with data structures and algorithms.
• 3 years of experience working in a complex, matrixed organization involving cross-functional, or cross-business projects.
• Experience working on internal tools within supply chain, human resources, procurement and commercials.
• Experience working with machine learning and data modeling.

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.

Join Corporate Engineering, the organization responsible for inventing, building, and supporting all of Google’s internal tools and systems. As a Tech Lead, you will lead projects critical to Google’s Procurement and Commercial needs, directly supporting our fast-paced business growth.

We are looking for versatile leaders enthusiastic about working on complex, full-stack problems. You will leverage your expertise in distributed computing, large-scale system design, artificial intelligence, security, and UI design to build robust systems that handle information at scale.

In this role, you will bring fresh ideas to push technology forward, developing the next-generation internal engines that power Google's operations and empower us to connect billions of users worldwide.

The Core team builds the technical foundation behind Google’s flagship products. We are owners and advocates for the underlying design elements, developer platforms, product components, and infrastructure at Google. These are the essential building blocks for excellent, safe, and coherent experiences for our users and drive the pace of innovation for every developer. We look across Google’s products to build central solutions, break down technical barriers and strengthen existing systems. As the Core team, we have a mandate and a unique opportunity to impact important technical decisions across the company.

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

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Responsibilities:

• Architect and develop highly scalable platforms and networking infrastructure.
• Engineer enterprise-grade internal systems that empower thousands of Googlers globally.