Senior Staff Software Engineer, Infrastructure, Search

Google develops next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information.
$237,000 - $337,000
Distributed Systems
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · AI

Description For Senior Staff Software Engineer, Infrastructure, Search

Google Search is reimagining information discovery and accessibility on a global scale. As a Senior Staff Software Engineer in the Infrastructure team, you'll be at the forefront of solving complex engineering challenges and expanding infrastructure while maintaining Google's universally accessible search experience. The role demands expertise in large-scale distributed systems, with opportunities to impact billions of users worldwide. You'll lead high-impact projects, coach engineering teams, and architect solutions that push technological boundaries. The position offers comprehensive compensation including base salary, bonus, equity, and benefits.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of software development experience, with deep knowledge in data structures, algorithms, and distributed systems. You'll need proven experience in technical leadership, managing large-scale infrastructure projects, and working across functions. The role requires both technical excellence and leadership skills, as you'll be responsible for designing and implementing solutions while guiding team members and ensuring project success.

Working at Google means joining a company committed to innovation and inclusive culture. You'll collaborate with diverse teams on challenging problems that require creative solutions. The position offers professional growth opportunities, competitive compensation, and the chance to work on technology that impacts users globally. If you're passionate about large-scale infrastructure, technical leadership, and want to shape the future of search technology, this role offers the perfect platform to make a significant impact.

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Responsibilities For Senior Staff Software Engineer, Infrastructure, Search

  • Provide technical leadership on high-impact projects
  • Influence and coach a distributed team of engineers
  • Facilitate alignment and clarity across teams on goals, outcomes, and timelines
  • Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables
  • Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance large scale software solutions

Requirements For Senior Staff Software Engineer, Infrastructure, Search

Java
Python
Go
Kubernetes
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 8 years of experience in software development, and with data structures/algorithms
  • 7 years of experience building and developing large-scale infrastructure, distributed systems or networks
  • 5 years of experience with design and architecture; and testing/launching software products
  • Master's degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field (preferred)
  • 5 years of experience in a technical leadership role leading project teams (preferred)
  • 3 years of experience working in cross-functional or cross-business projects (preferred)

Benefits For Senior Staff Software Engineer, Infrastructure, Search

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
Parental Leave
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k plan
  • Equity compensation
  • Parental leave
  • Bonus compensation

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