Software Engineering Manager II, Google Ads

Google Ads is seeking a Software Engineering Manager II to lead and manage engineering teams working on advertising technology. This role combines technical leadership with people management, requiring 8 years of software development experience and 3 years of technical leadership. You'll be responsible for developing technical vision, managing multiple teams, and contributing to product strategy while working on Google's advertising platforms.

The position involves overseeing the development of advertising products that connect people, publishers, and advertisers across search, display, shopping, travel, and video advertising. You'll manage engineers across multiple teams and locations, handle large product budgets, and oversee international project deployments.

As a manager, you'll be expected to set team priorities, provide technical guidance, and foster engineer growth through regular feedback and coaching. The role requires expertise in software development using languages like Python, C++, Java, or JavaScript, and experience working with complex, matrix organizations.

The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $197,000 to $291,000 base salary, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. This is an opportunity to impact Google's advertising ecosystem while leading teams that create trusted experiences between businesses and users.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree (Master's or PhD preferred) in Computer Science or related field, strong technical abilities, and demonstrated leadership experience. You'll work in Mountain View, CA, contributing to Google's mission of powering the open internet with the best advertising technology that creates value for all stakeholders.