Staff Software Engineer, Sustainability and Efficiency, Systems Research

Google Cloud is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead sustainability and efficiency initiatives in systems research. This role combines hardware and software expertise to tackle critical challenges in green computing and carbon emission reduction. The position focuses on developing innovative solutions for Large Language Models (LLM) and Cloud infrastructure sustainability.

The role requires a deep understanding of distributed systems, data analysis, and sustainability principles. You'll work on creating metrics and methodologies to optimize system design while considering environmental impact. The position involves collaboration across various teams including hardware, kernel, networking, CoreML, GCE, and Borg.

As a Staff Engineer, you'll be responsible for guiding the development of plans to reduce lifecycle carbon emissions and improve energy efficiency in Google's compute infrastructure. This includes modeling and analyzing workloads, developing novel systems solutions, and implementing data-driven approaches to balance computational needs with environmental considerations.

The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in software development, system architecture, and performance analysis. A background in research, particularly in systems and machine learning, would be highly valuable. The role offers competitive compensation, including a base salary range of $189,000-$284,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on Google's green computing initiatives while working with cutting-edge technology. You'll be part of a team that's shaping the future of sustainable computing, both at Google and across the industry. The position combines technical leadership with environmental responsibility, making it ideal for someone passionate about both technology and sustainability.