Engineering Manager, Play Web Store and Platform

Google is a global technology company that offers various digital products and services including the Google Play store for apps, games, and digital content.
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Staff Software Engineer
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8+ years of experience
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Description For Engineering Manager, Play Web Store and Platform

Google is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the Play Web Store and Platform team in Bengaluru. This role combines technical leadership with people management, focusing on developing and scaling the Web Games Store for PC and other devices. The position requires a strong technical background with 8+ years of software development experience and proven leadership capabilities.

The role involves leading a team that's responsible for building and improving web infrastructure and analytics to enable more Play products on the web platform. You'll be working within Google's Android and Mobile ecosystem, specifically on Google Play which offers music, movies, books, apps, and games across various devices with cloud synchronization capabilities.

As an Engineering Manager, you'll be responsible for growing and mentoring team members, providing technical direction, and working closely with stakeholders to define product strategies. You'll need to balance technical excellence with business objectives, ensuring user growth and revenue generation while maintaining compliance with privacy and legal requirements.

The ideal candidate should have experience in complex, matrixed organizations and be able to lead multiple teams across different locations. You'll be part of Google's larger mission to enhance the Android ecosystem by developing a premium store reaching millions of users. This role offers the opportunity to impact Google Play's web presence significantly while working with cutting-edge technologies and talented engineers.

Benefits include working with world-class talent, contributing to products used by millions, and being part of Google's innovative culture. The position offers growth opportunities in both technical and leadership tracks, with exposure to various aspects of Google's ecosystem.

Last updated 3 days ago

Responsibilities For Engineering Manager, Play Web Store and Platform

  • Hire and grow team members, guide technical directions
  • Work with leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to define product areas
  • Deliver business impact with user and revenue growth through Web Games Store
  • Partner with stakeholders to build product vision roadmaps
  • Set priorities and oversee execution for the team
  • Lead the team in building and improving Web infrastructure and analytics
  • Incorporate data retention compliance and privacy features
  • Grow engineering teams to deliver business impact

Requirements For Engineering Manager, Play Web Store and Platform

Python
Java
JavaScript
  • Bachelor's degree, or equivalent practical experience
  • 8 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages
  • 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role
  • 2 years of experience in people management/team leadership role
  • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field (preferred)
  • 3 years of experience working in a complex, matrixed organization (preferred)

Benefits For Engineering Manager, Play Web Store and Platform

Medical Insurance
Parental Leave
  • Medical Insurance
  • Parental Leave
  • Equal Employment Opportunity

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