Software Engineering Manager, Managed Kafka, Google Distributed Cloud

Google is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead their Managed Kafka team for Google Distributed Cloud (GDC). This role combines technical leadership with people management, focusing on expanding Kafka's capabilities beyond public cloud into critical environments. The position requires a strong technical background with 8 years of software development experience and proven leadership skills.

The role involves building and leading a new team in Warsaw, Poland, that will be responsible for implementing Managed Kafka on GDC platforms, including Connected and Air-Gapped environments. The ideal candidate will have experience with distributed systems, Apache Kafka, and Google Cloud Platform, along with the ability to mentor team members and drive technical excellence.

As a manager, you'll be responsible for both technical and people leadership, including project execution from design to deployment, collaboration with stakeholders for product roadmaps, and ensuring team health and productivity. This is an opportunity to work on large-scale systems that impact organizations worldwide, as Google Cloud serves customers in more than 200 countries.

The position offers the chance to work at the intersection of cloud computing and distributed systems, requiring expertise in technologies like Kubernetes, Python, Java, and JavaScript. You'll be part of Google's mission to accelerate digital transformation across industries while building and leading a team that delivers enterprise-grade solutions.

This role is perfect for someone who combines technical depth with leadership abilities, has experience in cloud technologies, and is passionate about building and mentoring high-performing teams. You'll have the opportunity to shape the future of Google's Managed Kafka service while working with cutting-edge technology and talented engineers.