Systems Development Engineer, Technical Guides Development

Google is seeking a Systems Development Engineer to join their Technical Guides Development team. This role is crucial in managing and automating services and systems at Google's massive scale. The position combines technical expertise in infrastructure management with a focus on documentation and knowledge sharing.

As an SDE at Google, you'll be part of a team that emphasizes automation, observability, and sustainable system development. You'll work on creating tools and solutions that address systemic problems rather than just fixing individual issues. The role requires strong technical skills in systems automation, networking, and infrastructure, combined with excellent communication abilities to translate complex technical concepts into clear documentation.

The position offers unique challenges in working with Google-scale services and infrastructure, requiring both depth in technical knowledge and breadth in understanding various infrastructure components. You'll be responsible for troubleshooting complex infrastructure issues, collaborating with multiple teams, and contributing to documentation that helps others understand and utilize Google's systems effectively.

This role is ideal for someone who combines strong technical capabilities with excellent communication skills and enjoys both hands-on technical work and knowledge sharing. You'll be part of Google Cloud's mission to accelerate digital transformation across industries while working with cutting-edge technology and contributing to solutions that operate at unprecedented scale.

Key aspects of the role include participating in 24x7 on-call rotations, potential international travel (up to 25%), and maintaining security clearance. You'll work in a collaborative environment that values diverse perspectives and promotes self-direction while providing support and mentorship for continuous learning and growth.

The position offers the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that impact Google's global infrastructure while being part of a team that emphasizes automation, efficiency, and environmental consciousness in system operations.