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Staff Software Engineer

Google

Location

Sunnyvale, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/4/2026

Compensation

$207,000 - $300,000 per year

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Job description

The Staff Software Engineer role at Google focuses on developing next-generation technologies that enhance user interaction and information management. The position is part of the Core team, which builds the technical foundation for Google's flagship products and drives innovation across the company. Engineers in this role will work on critical projects, particularly in AI/ML storage systems, and will have opportunities to switch teams as the business evolves. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in distributed systems and technical infrastructure.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 8 years of experience with C++, Large Scale Distributed Systems, and Technical Infrastructure.
  • Experience in distributed databases.
  • Experience in C++ and storage systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership on high-impact projects.
  • Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
  • Partner with infrastructure and client teams to guide integrations.
  • Review designs and code of other engineers for quality and correctness.
  • Collaborate on planning roadmap.

Benefits

  • Employees at Google are often offered benefits like comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible work arrangements, among other benefits.

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