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Engineering Manager, Spanner Search

Google

Location

Kirkland, WA

Type

Full-time

Posted

6/6/2026

Compensation

$207,000 - $301,000 per year

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Job description

The Engineering Manager for Spanner Search at Google will lead a team of software engineers focused on enhancing Spanner's search capabilities. This role involves managing project goals, contributing to product strategy, and ensuring the integration of full-text and vector search with Spanner's query engine. The manager will engage with key customers to understand their needs and drive the technical roadmap. This position requires both technical expertise and leadership skills to foster a high-performance engineering culture.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 8 years of experience in software development, with 7 years in building infrastructure or distributed systems.
  • 5 years of experience in a people management role, leading engineering teams.
  • Experience with vector search, full text search, or query processing.

Responsibilities

  • Drive the technical roadmap for Spanner's search capabilities.
  • Engage directly with key infrastructure and enterprise customers to understand their use cases.
  • Manage, mentor, and grow a team of talented software engineers.
  • Communicate effectively with executive stakeholders regarding project progress and strategy.

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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