Staff Software Engineer, Google Cloud Platforms

Google Cloud accelerates organizations' digital transformation by delivering enterprise-grade solutions leveraging Google's cutting-edge technology.
$197,000 - $291,000
Cloud
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud
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Description For Staff Software Engineer, Google Cloud Platforms

Google Cloud is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their team in developing next-generation technologies that impact billions of users. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on software development, requiring 8+ years of software development experience. You'll work on critical projects within Google Cloud, which serves customers in over 200 countries as their trusted partner for digital transformation.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll lead high-impact projects, coach distributed engineering teams, and architect large-scale software solutions. The role demands expertise in software design, development, and architecture, with opportunities to work across the full technology stack. You'll be responsible for managing project priorities and deliverables while ensuring technical excellence in implementation.

The position offers competitive compensation ($197,000-$291,000 base salary) plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. Google's collaborative environment encourages cross-functional work and innovation, with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you grow. You'll be part of Google Cloud's mission to accelerate digital transformation across industries using cutting-edge technology.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to make a significant impact at scale, lead technical initiatives, and work with advanced technologies. The role combines technical depth with leadership responsibilities, making it ideal for those looking to advance their careers at one of tech's most influential companies.

Last updated 18 days ago

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

Java
Python
JavaScript
  • 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 a 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 and setting technical direction (preferred)
  • 3 years of experience working in an organization involving cross-functional, or cross-business projects (preferred)

Benefits For Staff Software Engineer, Google Cloud Platforms

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Comprehensive benefits package

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