Developer Relations Engineer, Android and Play, Games

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Android
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Gaming

Description For Developer Relations Engineer, Android and Play, Games

Google is seeking a Developer Relations Engineer to join their Platforms and Ecosystems team, focusing on Android gaming technologies. This role combines community management with technical advocacy, requiring someone who can bridge the gap between developers and Google's internal teams. You'll work directly with game developers and Android OEMs in the EMEA region, optimizing gaming experiences and solving complex technical challenges.

The ideal candidate brings 3 years of technical experience, with a strong background in game development and performance optimization. You'll need expertise in Android tooling, graphics programming, and excellent communication skills to lead workshops and represent Google at conferences.

This position offers the opportunity to influence the future of Android gaming, working with cutting-edge technology and flagship devices. You'll be part of Google's mission to improve user experiences across their platforms, while collaborating with passionate technologists both internally and in the developer community.

As a Developer Relations Engineer, you'll serve as a crucial link between external developers and Google's product teams, providing technical guidance, gathering feedback, and helping shape the evolution of Google's gaming technologies. The role combines hands-on technical work with strategic community building, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both coding and developer advocacy.

Working at Google means joining a company committed to innovation and inclusivity, with opportunities to impact millions of users worldwide. You'll be supported by a diverse team of passionate professionals while having access to Google's extensive resources and technologies. The position is based in London, putting you at the heart of Europe's tech scene while working for one of the world's leading technology companies.

Last updated 4 months ago

Responsibilities For Developer Relations Engineer, Android and Play, Games

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage product engagement and identify user needs
  • Attend or facilitate conferences and events to gain and share insights on user experience and technologies
  • Lead strategic developer programs and act as an authority in the domain
  • Work with game developers, Android OEMs and game engines in EMEA to support product integrations on flagship Android devices
  • Drive regular engineering focused workshops and meetings with developers to optimize gaming experience and resolve complex technical problems

Requirements For Developer Relations Engineer, Android and Play, Games

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a similar technical field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 3 years of work experience in a technical role (software engineering, solutions consultant, etc.)
  • Experience with game performance analysis and optimization (preferred)
  • Experience in technical leadership, technical consulting or working with partners/customers/developers community (preferred)
  • Experience in low-level graphics/GPU coding with DirectX12, Vulkan or Metal (preferred)
  • Experience with Android tooling such as Renderdoc, Perfetto, Frame Pacing API, SurfaceFlinger, GFXReconstruct and Android GPU Inspector (preferred)
  • Excellent game development skills using C/C++/C# (preferred)

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