Staff Software Engineer, Search Experience

Google develops next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information.
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Staff Software Engineer, Search Experience

Google is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Search Experience team, focusing on reimagining what it means to search for information. This role combines advanced AI implementation with user experience enhancement, requiring expertise in building scalable solutions. The position offers the opportunity to impact billions of users globally through Google Search.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software development, particularly with data structures and algorithms, along with a proven track record in technical leadership. They will be responsible for developing AI-powered solutions, including working with LLMs and DNNs, to enhance the search experience. The role involves close collaboration with Product Managers and UX teams to implement new features and redesign the Search results page.

Key responsibilities include building data solutions and pipelines, developing user interfaces, and ensuring infrastructure scalability. The position requires both technical expertise and leadership skills, as you'll be working on critical projects that directly impact Google's core search functionality.

Google offers a collaborative environment where engineers can work on challenging problems across various technical domains. The role provides opportunities for growth and impact, working with cutting-edge technologies in AI and search. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal opportunities and fostering a culture of belonging.

This position is perfect for someone who wants to combine technical excellence with product innovation, working at the forefront of search technology while impacting users worldwide. The role offers the chance to shape the future of how people access and interact with information through Google Search.

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Responsibilities For Staff Software Engineer, Search Experience

  • Build data solutions/pipelines/algorithms, leveraging AI (e.g., Large language models(LLMs), Deep neural network (DNNs)), focused at solving user-facing problems related to the Search experience
  • Interface with Product Managers and UX team to conceive, and implement at scale new features and experiences that redesigns the current Search results page
  • Develop new User Interfaces/front-end related to new features and capabilities for the Search results page
  • Build serving infrastructure capable of powering new user experiences at scale at acceptable latency/capacity

Requirements For Staff Software Engineer, Search Experience

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 8 years of experience in software development, and with data structures/algorithms
  • 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)
  • 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)

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