Staff Software Engineer, Google Cloud Platforms

Google develops next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another.
$189,000 - $284,000
Cloud
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud

Description For Staff Software Engineer, Google Cloud Platforms

Google Cloud is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their team in developing enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google's cutting-edge technology. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring 8+ years of software development experience. You'll lead high-impact projects, coach engineers, and work on large-scale system design across Google Cloud's infrastructure.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll be instrumental in shaping the future of Google Cloud, which serves customers in over 200 countries. The role demands expertise in data structures, algorithms, and system architecture, with opportunities to work across the full technology stack. You'll manage project priorities while designing and implementing robust software solutions that meet Google's high standards.

The position offers significant growth potential within Google's innovative environment, where you'll collaborate with world-class engineers on challenging technical problems. You'll have the chance to influence technical direction and mentor other engineers while working on products that impact billions of users. The comprehensive compensation package includes a competitive base salary range of $189,000-$284,000, plus bonus, equity, and benefits.

This role is perfect for experienced engineers who are passionate about cloud technology and want to make a meaningful impact at scale. You'll be at the forefront of cloud innovation, working with cutting-edge technologies while helping organizations digitally transform their businesses. The position requires strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and the ability to drive complex projects to completion in a fast-paced environment.

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Responsibilities For Staff Software Engineer, Google Cloud Platforms

  • 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 large scale software solutions

Requirements For Staff Software Engineer, Google Cloud Platforms

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  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 8 years of experience in software development, and with data structures/algorithms
  • 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)
  • 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role (preferred)
  • 3 years of experience working with cross-functional projects (preferred)

Benefits For Staff Software Engineer, Google Cloud Platforms

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • Base salary + bonus + equity + benefits

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