Staff Software Engineer, Content Safety Platform

Google is seeking a Staff Software Engineer for their Content Safety Platform within the Core team. This role is crucial in building the technical foundation behind Google's flagship products, focusing on underlying design elements, developer platforms, product components, and infrastructure. The position requires a seasoned professional with 8+ years of software development experience who will provide technical leadership on high-impact projects and influence a distributed team of engineers.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software development, data structures/algorithms, and a proven track record of testing and launching software products. They should possess strong architectural skills and the ability to work in a complex, matrixed organization. The role involves managing project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables while designing and developing large-scale software solutions.

As part of the Core team, you'll have a unique opportunity to impact important technical decisions across Google. You'll be responsible for building central solutions, breaking down technical barriers, and strengthening existing systems. The role requires someone who can bring fresh ideas from various areas, including distributed computing, large-scale system design, security, and artificial intelligence.

The position offers the chance to work on critical projects for Google's needs, with opportunities to switch teams and projects as both you and the business evolve. You'll be part of a team that drives innovation and creates essential building blocks for excellent, safe, and coherent user experiences. The role requires versatility, leadership qualities, and enthusiasm for taking on new problems across the full stack.

Working at Google means joining a company that values diversity, equality, and inclusion. They're committed to building a workforce representative of their users and creating a culture of belonging. The position requires English proficiency to facilitate efficient global collaboration and communication.