Staff Software Engineer, Google Cloud Databases

Minimum qualifications:

• 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, and 3 years of experience with software design and architecture.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role leading project teams and setting technical direction.
• 3 years of experience working in an organization involving cross-functional or cross-business projects.
  
• Experience in C++ programming language and frameworks.
• Knowledge of Storage technologies (e.g., SAN, NAS, Object Storage and Cloud Storage).

About the job

Google Cloud's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. We're looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software engineer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google Cloud's needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. You will anticipate our customer needs and be empowered to act like an owner, take action and innovate. We need our engineers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward.

As a Software Engineer, you will be driving the development of distributed database services. You will produce high quality, scalable code, own the low level designs, and engineering excellence. You will be responsible for contributing to a high-performing and innovative environment. You'll also collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product, UX, UI, and customers to deliver user-friendly experiences for customers.

Google Cloud accelerates every organization’s ability to digitally transform its business and industry. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google’s cutting-edge technology, and tools that help developers build more sustainably. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain highly scalable and reliable back-end services that have demanding performance requirements.
• Own the development and execution of sub modules, fostering innovation and pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
• Architect and maintain high-quality and well-documented code bases.
• Conduct code reviews to ensure the team's output meets standards.
• Guide and mentor junior team members, fostering their technical growth and career development.