Software Engineer II, Security/Privacy, Core

Google is seeking a Software Engineer II to join their Core team focusing on Security and Privacy. This role is crucial in developing next-generation technologies that impact billions of users. The position involves building low-level endpoint security tools to process large amounts of security events with minimal latency and machine performance impact. As part of the Core team, you'll be responsible for building and maintaining low-level security agents and data collection pipelines.

The Core team at Google is fundamental in creating the technical foundation behind Google's flagship products. They own and advocate for underlying design elements, developer platforms, product components, and infrastructure. This team looks across Google's products to build central solutions, break down technical barriers, and strengthen existing systems.

The ideal candidate should have experience in software development, particularly in languages like Python, C++, Java, or JavaScript, with a focus on security and privacy. You'll work on critical projects with opportunities for growth and team transitions as the business evolves. The role requires versatility, leadership qualities, and enthusiasm for tackling new problems across the full-stack.

This position offers the opportunity to work on essential building blocks that drive innovation for every developer at Google. You'll be part of a team that has a unique mandate to impact important technical decisions across the company. The role combines technical expertise in security with the chance to work on large-scale systems that affect billions of users worldwide.