Senior Staff Software Engineer, Site Reliability Engineering, Google Cloud

Google Cloud's Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) team is seeking a Senior Staff Software Engineer to join their mission of building and running large-scale, distributed systems. This role combines software and systems engineering expertise to ensure Google Cloud's services maintain optimal reliability and performance. You'll be working on unique scaling challenges, focusing on system optimization, infrastructure development, and automation. The position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while managing complex distributed systems.

The role requires strong technical leadership and hands-on experience in system design and troubleshooting. You'll be responsible for the entire service lifecycle, from initial design to deployment and refinement. The team values diversity, intellectual curiosity, and promotes a blame-free environment where taking risks and collaboration are encouraged.

As a Senior Staff SRE, you'll be part of the Technical Infrastructure team that powers Google's extensive product portfolio. The position offers competitive compensation ($237,000-$337,000) plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. The team culture emphasizes self-direction, mentorship, and professional growth, making it an ideal environment for experienced engineers looking to make a significant impact on large-scale systems.

The role combines strategic technical leadership with hands-on engineering work, requiring expertise in distributed systems, service reliability, and performance optimization. You'll work on critical infrastructure that supports both internal and external Google Cloud services, making this an excellent opportunity for those passionate about large-scale system reliability and performance.