Staff Software Engineer

Google is a global technology company that develops innovative products used by billions of users worldwide.
$180,000 - $350,000
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS · Search

Description For Staff Software Engineer

Google's software engineers develop next-generation technologies that impact billions of users globally. As a Staff Software Engineer at Google Search, you'll be part of reimagining what it means to search for information. The role requires versatility and leadership qualities to tackle complex engineering challenges across the full-stack. You'll work on critical projects with opportunities for team and project mobility as the business evolves. The position involves managing technical priorities, mentoring engineers, and developing sophisticated software solutions. You'll be responsible for designing, testing, and deploying products that handle information at massive scale, extending beyond web search into areas like distributed computing, AI, NLP, and system design. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on Google Search, a product used by billions worldwide.

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Responsibilities For Staff Software Engineer

  • Provide technical leadership on high-impact projects
  • Influence and coach a distributed team of engineers
  • Facilitate alignment and clarity across teams on goals, outcomes, and timelines
  • Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables
  • Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance software solutions

Requirements For Staff Software Engineer

Java
Python
Go
Kubernetes
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 8 years of experience in software development
  • 5 years of experience testing, and launching software products
  • 3 years of experience with software design and architecture
  • Master's degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field (preferred)
  • 8 years of experience with data structures/algorithms (preferred)
  • 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role leading project teams (preferred)
  • 3 years of experience working with cross-functional or cross-business projects (preferred)

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