The Senior Systems Development Engineer role at Google Public Sector focuses on managing services and systems at scale, particularly within Cross Domain Solution (CDS) systems. The position emphasizes automation, observability, and operational efficiency while collaborating with security and operations teams. The engineer will work on ensuring compliance with security standards and engage with stakeholders to deliver solutions. This role is crucial for supporting government and educational institutions in their digital transformations.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5 years of experience with technical infrastructure, including deployment, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• 5 years of experience in Linux or Unix.
• 5 years of experience in scripting or automation using Python, Shell, or Go.
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmentalized Information (TS/SCI) security clearance with polygraph.

• Provide ongoing support for Cross Domain Solution (CDS) systems, including troubleshooting, performance optimization, and patch management.
• Collaborate with security and operations teams to address vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with security policies.
• Design, implement, and maintain CDS architectures, ensuring compliance with government and industry security standards.
• Develop and integrate hardware and software components to enable secure cross-domain communication.
• Work with security assessment teams to ensure systems meet required security certifications and accreditation.
• Conduct testing and validation of CDS systems to verify functionality, security, and reliability.
• Engage with stakeholders including government agencies and industry partners to identify requirements and deliver solutions.
• Investigate emerging technologies and assess their applicability to cross-domain solutions.
• Document designs, configurations, and processes to ensure system maintainability and knowledge sharing.

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