Staff Software Engineer, Infrastructure, Platforms Infrastructure Engineering

Google is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Technical Infrastructure team, focusing on Platforms Infrastructure Engineering. This role is crucial in developing and maintaining Google's data centers and building next-generation platforms that power Google's extensive product portfolio. The position requires a seasoned professional with 8 years of software development experience and deep expertise in large-scale infrastructure and distributed systems.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll lead high-impact projects, mentor team members, and drive technical direction while working on critical infrastructure that supports billions of users worldwide. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in system design, architecture, and large-scale distributed systems.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $197,000 to $291,000, plus additional benefits including bonus, equity, and comprehensive healthcare coverage. Based in Sunnyvale, CA, you'll be working at the heart of Google's technical operations, contributing to the architecture that powers Google's massive online presence.

This role is perfect for experienced engineers who are passionate about large-scale systems, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and want to make an impact on technology used by billions of users. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, lead important technical initiatives, and collaborate with some of the best engineers in the industry.

The ideal candidate will bring fresh ideas to areas including distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking, and data storage. You'll be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining critical infrastructure components while managing project priorities and deliverables. This position offers excellent growth opportunities and the chance to work on technology at an unprecedented scale.