Systems Development Engineer III

Google is seeking a Systems Development Engineer III to join their team in Sunnyvale, CA. This role is crucial in managing and automating services and systems at Google's massive scale. As an SDE, you'll be part of a team that emphasizes developing tools and solutions that address systemic problems rather than just fixing individual bugs.

The position requires strong expertise in systems automation, infrastructure management, and Linux administration. You'll work with cutting-edge cloud technologies, including Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), and be responsible for maintaining and improving Google's extensive technical infrastructure.

The role offers an excellent opportunity to work with Google Cloud, which serves customers in over 200 countries, providing enterprise-grade solutions and cutting-edge technology. You'll be part of a diverse, collaborative environment that encourages big thinking and risk-taking in a blame-free culture.

Key responsibilities include participating in on-call rotations, troubleshooting complex technical issues, and working directly with customers to define distributed systems requirements. You'll be expected to respond to incidents within defined SLOs and contribute to improving system reliability and efficiency.

The position offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $122,000 to $178,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 3+ years of experience who wants to impact global-scale systems while working with some of the industry's best engineers.

Google promotes self-direction while providing strong mentorship and support for professional growth. You'll be part of a community that values diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, working on infrastructure and tools that enable the orchestration of Google-scale services. If you're passionate about systems engineering, automation, and working on meaningful projects that matter, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to advance your career at one of the world's leading technology companies.