Software Engineer Tech Lead, Open Source Security

Google is seeking a Software Engineer Tech Lead for their Open Source Security initiative, focusing on making open source secure and safe for both Google and the industry. This role is part of the Core team, which builds the technical foundation behind Google's flagship products.

The position requires a seasoned professional with at least 5 years of software development experience and strong leadership capabilities. You'll be working on critical projects to drive fundamental changes in open-source development processes, ensuring security is prioritized from the start. The role involves collaboration both within Google and with the broader industry.

As a Tech Lead, you'll be responsible for leading design reviews, code reviews, and making crucial technical decisions that impact Google's products. You'll work with various programming languages including Go, Python, C/C++, Java, and Rust, while focusing on security engineering, authentication protocols, and applied cryptography.

The ideal candidate should have experience with cloud computing infrastructure, enterprise computing, and a strong background in computer and network security. You'll be part of a team that looks across Google's products to build central solutions, break down technical barriers, and strengthen existing systems.

This is an exceptional opportunity to impact important technical decisions across Google while working on cutting-edge security initiatives. You'll be at the forefront of ensuring the safety and security of open-source software that powers much of the modern world's infrastructure.

The role offers the chance to work with some of the best engineers in the industry, tackle complex technical challenges at scale, and contribute to the security of open-source software used by billions of users. You'll be part of Google's mission to organize the world's information while ensuring it remains secure and accessible.