Staff Software Engineer, Full Stack, Search

Google is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Search team, where you'll be part of reimagining what it means to search for information. This role offers an opportunity to impact billions of users globally while tackling complex engineering challenges. As a technical leader, you'll be responsible for developing next-generation technologies across the full stack, from backend systems using Java, Python, or Go, to frontend development with JavaScript/TypeScript.

The position requires a seasoned professional with 8 years of software development experience and strong expertise in data structures and algorithms. You'll be working in a complex, matrixed organization where you'll lead project teams, set technical direction, and manage cross-functional initiatives. The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining large-scale software solutions that handle information at massive scale.

At Google, you'll be part of a team that extends well beyond web search, touching areas including distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking, security, and artificial intelligence. The company offers competitive compensation, including a base salary range of $189,000-$284,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to combine technical leadership with hands-on development, working on projects that directly impact how people around the world access and interact with information. You'll be expected to be versatile, display strong leadership qualities, and be enthusiastic about taking on new problems across the full stack as Google continues to push technology forward.

The role offers significant growth potential, with opportunities to switch teams and projects as both you and Google's fast-paced business evolve. You'll be working in an environment that values diversity, inclusion, and innovation, with access to some of the most challenging and interesting problems in the tech industry.