Staff Software Developer, reCAPTCHA Fraud Prevention

Google is seeking a Staff Software Developer to join their reCAPTCHA Fraud Prevention team. This role is crucial in developing and maintaining advanced security systems that protect over 100,000+ sites from various forms of payment fraud, including carding, chargeback fraud, and gift card fraud. The position combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in machine learning, security, and distributed systems.

The role involves working closely with product managers to define goals and strategies for the Payment Fraud product under the reCAPTCHA umbrella. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing sophisticated fraud detection systems, leading high-impact projects, and coaching a distributed team of developers.

As part of Google Cloud, you'll contribute to solutions that help organizations digitally transform their businesses using cutting-edge technology. The position offers competitive compensation, including a base salary range of $189,000-$284,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

The ideal candidate will bring 8+ years of software development experience, strong leadership capabilities, and expertise in machine learning and security systems. You'll work in a collaborative environment, solving complex technical challenges while helping to protect millions of users from fraudulent activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior technical professional looking to make a significant impact on internet security while working with cutting-edge technology at one of the world's leading tech companies. The role offers the chance to work on meaningful projects that directly affect billions of users while growing professionally in a supportive and innovative environment.