Staff Software Engineer, Navigation Experience

Google's Geo team is seeking a Staff Software Engineer for the Navigation Experience team. This role involves developing and improving the turn-by-turn Navigation experience for Google Maps across various platforms. The ideal candidate will have expertise in cross-platform Navigation Client Experience stack, Android and iOS Google Maps mobile development environments. Responsibilities include leading technical collaborations, designing solutions, mentoring team members, and contributing to codebase development. The role requires a balance of product trajectory, system performance, and codebase health considerations. The Geo team's mission is to build the most accurate, comprehensive, and useful maps for users through products like Maps, Earth, Street View, and Google Maps Platform. This position offers an opportunity to impact how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with geographic information.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop expertise in Navigation Client Experience stack and mobile development environments
2. Lead technical collaborations with cross-functional partners
3. Design and vet solutions for navigation problems
4. Plan and track work programs with various team leads
5. Write and review code, promoting best practices

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software engineering, experience with large-scale distributed systems, and a deep understanding of geo-related technology. This role offers a competitive salary range of $189,000-$284,000 plus bonus, equity, and benefits, based on factors such as location, experience, and skills.