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Software Engineer, Search Platforms, Scale Experiments

Google develops next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information.
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Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
2+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS
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Description For Software Engineer, Search Platforms, Scale Experiments

Google is seeking a Software Engineer for their Search Platforms team, focusing on Scale Experiments. This role is crucial in making Search more useful and dependable worldwide by developing performant and reliable experimentation infrastructure. The position involves working with complex engineering challenges, including large-scale data processing pipelines and distributed computing systems. You'll be part of reimagining search functionality while maintaining universal accessibility.

The role requires strong technical expertise in software development, particularly with languages like C++, Java, Python, or JavaScript. You'll work on critical projects that directly impact Google's search infrastructure, from processing queries in real-time to implementing investigative systems alongside data scientists. The position offers opportunities to influence how Search engineers make data-driven decisions and improve the overall search experience for billions of users.

As part of Google's Search team, you'll collaborate with talented engineers across different time zones, working on next-generation technologies that extend well beyond web search. The role combines technical challenges with leadership opportunities, as you'll be expected to guide junior engineers while developing cutting-edge solutions for search experimentation.

The ideal candidate should have a strong foundation in data structures and algorithms, experience with large-scale systems, and excellent communication skills. This position offers the chance to work on technology that impacts users globally while being part of Google's innovative culture that emphasizes technical excellence and user-focused solutions.

Last updated 6 months ago

Responsibilities For Software Engineer, Search Platforms, Scale Experiments

  • Deliver end-to-end task such as design, implement, and own the software solutions that will speed up Search experimentation
  • Work on robust C++ pipelines that process all the Search queries on the fly
  • Share expertise by helping guide more junior engineers
  • Innovate, explore and develop cutting-edge solutions that enhance survey tools capabilities and security
  • Work directly and influence how Search engineers gather information and make decisions
  • Solve challenging problems, improve latency and reliability on backends

Requirements For Software Engineer, Search Platforms, Scale Experiments

Java
Python
JavaScript
Kotlin
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 2 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages, or 1 year of experience with an advanced degree
  • 2 years of experience with data structures or algorithms
  • Ability to communicate in English fluently
  • Experience monitoring and alerting, documentation, integration testing
  • Experience in large-scale data processing pipelines

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