Software Engineering Manager II, Site Reliability Engineering

Google's Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) team is at the forefront of maintaining and optimizing Google's vast technical infrastructure. This role combines software and systems engineering to build and manage large-scale, distributed systems that power Google's services. As a Software Engineering Manager II, you'll lead a team responsible for ensuring reliability, uptime, and performance of critical systems. The position requires expertise in coding, algorithms, and system design, with a focus on automation and optimization.

The role offers unique challenges of scale specific to Google's infrastructure. You'll be managing a team that handles complex technical challenges while maintaining service reliability and driving continuous improvement. The SRE culture emphasizes diversity, intellectual curiosity, and problem-solving in a blame-free environment. You'll have the opportunity to work with professionals from various backgrounds and perspectives, encouraging collaboration and innovation.

Your responsibilities will include leading software/systems engineers, managing global on-call rotations, and ensuring service availability. You'll be instrumental in building automation to prevent problem recurrence and optimizing system performance. The position offers competitive compensation, including a base salary range of $189,000-$284,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

The ideal candidate should have 8 years of experience with data structures and algorithms, along with proven leadership experience. You'll be working in a dynamic environment that promotes self-direction while providing support and mentorship for professional growth. This role is perfect for someone who combines technical expertise with leadership skills and has a passion for building reliable, scalable systems.