Staff Software Engineer, Platforms

Google is seeking a Staff Software Engineer for their Platforms team within the ML, Systems, & Cloud AI (MSCA) organization. This role is crucial in designing and implementing infrastructure that powers Google's core services and Cloud platform. The position offers a competitive salary range of $197,000-$291,000 plus additional benefits including bonus and equity.

The role requires an experienced engineer with 8 years of software development background, including significant expertise in testing, launching products, and software architecture. The ideal candidate will have strong technical leadership abilities and experience working with complex systems, particularly in areas like distributed computing, networking, and large-scale system design.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for providing technical leadership on high-impact projects, coaching distributed engineering teams, and ensuring alignment across multiple stakeholders. The role involves working with cutting-edge technologies, including machine learning infrastructure, TPUs, and global network systems that serve billions of users worldwide.

The position is based in Sunnyvale, CA, and is part of Google's larger mission to advance technology across multiple domains. You'll be working in an environment that prioritizes security, efficiency, and reliability while contributing to projects that shape the future of hyperscale computing. The role offers opportunities to work on significant technical challenges while leading and influencing teams across the organization.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior technical leader who wants to make a substantial impact on Google's infrastructure and cloud services, working with some of the most advanced technology systems in the industry. The role combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, making it ideal for engineers who want to grow both their technical and leadership skills while working on systems that affect billions of users.