Staff Software Engineer, Performance, Google Cloud

Google Cloud is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead performance-focused initiatives within their cloud infrastructure. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring 8+ years of software development experience and deep expertise in data structures/algorithms. The position offers an attractive compensation package ranging from $189,000-$284,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of developing next-generation technologies that impact billions of users worldwide. The role involves leading high-impact projects, coaching distributed engineering teams, and architecting large-scale software solutions. You'll work on critical projects within Google Cloud, which serves customers in over 200 countries, helping organizations accelerate their digital transformation journey.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in performance optimization, large-scale systems analysis, and technical leadership. You'll need to demonstrate strong capabilities in software design and architecture, with a proven track record of launching successful software products. The role requires both technical excellence and leadership skills, as you'll be responsible for managing project priorities, facilitating cross-team alignment, and driving technical direction.

Google offers a collaborative environment where you'll work with cutting-edge technologies and have opportunities to solve complex challenges at scale. The company's commitment to innovation, coupled with its global reach and impact, makes this an exceptional opportunity for a senior engineer looking to make a significant impact while working with industry-leading technology and talented teams.

The position offers flexibility in location between Sunnyvale, CA and Kirkland, WA, with access to Google's renowned workplace benefits and culture. You'll be part of an organization that values diversity, technical excellence, and continuous learning, with opportunities to grow and evolve as the technology landscape advances.