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Senior Staff Software Engineer, Google Cloud Compute

Google

Location

Kirkland, WA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

$262,000 - $365,000 per year

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Job description

The Senior Staff Software Engineer role at Google Cloud Compute focuses on developing next-generation technologies that enhance how users connect and interact with information. This position requires deep expertise in software development, design, and architecture, as well as the ability to influence and lead teams. Engineers in this role will work on critical projects that drive Google's business forward, utilizing their technical skills to manage project priorities and deliverables. The role also emphasizes collaboration across teams to ensure alignment on goals and outcomes.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 8 years of experience in software development.
  • 5 years of experience with design and architecture; and testing/launching software products.
  • Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field is preferred.
  • 8 years of experience with data structures/algorithms.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership on high-impact projects.
  • Influence and coach a distributed team of engineers.
  • Facilitate alignment and clarity across teams on goals, outcomes, and timelines.
  • Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
  • Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance large scale software solutions.

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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