Senior Staff Software Engineer, App Hub

Google is seeking a Senior Staff Software Engineer to join their App Hub team, focusing on transforming Google Cloud into an application-centric platform. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in distributed systems and cloud architecture. The position offers an opportunity to shape the future of cloud application development at Google, working on solutions that simplify the building, operation, and governance of cloud applications.

The role involves leading a team of software engineers while making direct technical contributions to App Hub, which aims to reduce the cognitive load required to build and operate applications in the cloud. You'll be responsible for setting technical direction, planning deliverables, and driving execution of app-centric products in Cloud. The position requires strong leadership skills to guide team members through technical choices and balance short-term needs with long-term strategic goals.

As a Senior Staff Software Engineer, you'll work with cross-functional teams to facilitate alignment on goals and timelines, while owning the overall design and architecture of App Hub. The role demands extensive experience in software development, distributed systems, and technical leadership, with opportunities to influence the direction of Google Cloud's application platform strategy.

The position offers a competitive compensation package, including a base salary range of $237,000-$337,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to make a significant impact on Google's cloud infrastructure while leading and mentoring other engineers. The role provides the chance to work on cutting-edge technology that affects billions of users worldwide, with the backing of Google's resources and innovation-focused culture.