Staff Software Engineer, Infrastructure, Google Cloud

Google Cloud is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Infrastructure team, playing a crucial role in developing next-generation technologies that impact billions of users. This position offers an opportunity to work on critical projects at massive scale, extending well beyond web search into areas such as distributed computing, system design, and AI.

The role demands a versatile engineer with strong leadership qualities who can manage project priorities while designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions. You'll be working with Google Cloud, which serves customers in over 200 countries, helping organizations digitally transform their businesses using Google's cutting-edge technology.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll provide technical leadership on high-impact projects, coaching distributed teams and ensuring alignment across multiple stakeholders. The position requires extensive experience in software development, particularly in building large-scale infrastructure and distributed systems.

The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $189,000 to $284,000 base salary, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. Google offers multiple location options including Cambridge, MA, Kirkland, WA, and Sunnyvale, CA, providing flexibility while maintaining an in-person work environment.

This role is ideal for someone with 8+ years of software development experience who excels in technical leadership and has a proven track record of delivering complex infrastructure projects. You'll be joining a company known for its innovative culture and commitment to diversity and inclusion, working on products that handle information at massive scale.

The position offers opportunities for growth and impact, allowing you to work with cutting-edge technologies while leading and influencing technical directions. You'll be part of Google Cloud's mission to accelerate digital transformation across industries, working with enterprise-grade solutions and helping developers build more sustainably.