Senior Director, Engineering, Data Analytics and Insights

Google's Data Analytics and Insights (DANI) organization is seeking a Senior Director of Engineering to lead their Analytical Storage team. This critical role oversees systems like Sawmill and Napa, which manage massive volumes of event-level data and aggregated views. The position requires leading a team responsible for exabyte-scale distributed systems that are fundamental to Google's AI initiatives, including collaborations with Google Deep Mind, Ads, and Search.

The role combines technical leadership with strategic vision, requiring 18 years of experience in leading infrastructure engineering teams and distributed systems innovation. You'll be responsible for modernizing legacy systems, moving them to public clusters, and scaling capabilities to meet evolving needs across Google's ecosystem.

As Senior Director, you'll work at the intersection of big data and machine learning, supporting LLM training initiatives while ensuring systems respect user privacy and comply with Google policies. The position offers a competitive compensation package of $323,000-$465,000 plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in distributed systems and data management, combined with strong leadership abilities to develop and mentor teams across geographical locations. You'll need to balance technical innovation with practical execution, while fostering an inclusive culture that promotes engineering excellence.

This role presents a unique opportunity to impact critical technical decisions across Google while working with cutting-edge technology at unprecedented scale. You'll be part of the Core team that builds the technical foundation behind Google's flagship products, driving innovation and setting technical direction for one of the world's leading technology companies.