Location
Chicago, IL
Type
Full-time
Posted
10/15/2026
Compensation
$174,000 - $253,000 per year
Job description
The Senior Software Engineer for K and I Search at Google will work on developing next-generation technologies that enhance how users connect and interact with information. This role is part of the Search team, which focuses on solving complex engineering challenges and expanding infrastructure to maintain a universally accessible experience. The engineer will be expected to bring innovative ideas from various fields, including AI, distributed computing, and system design. This position offers opportunities for leadership and collaboration across different projects as the business evolves.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Information Systems, or a related field.
- 4 years of experience in software development utilizing C++, Python, or Java.
- 4 years of experience in testing, maintaining, or launching software products.
- 4 years of experience in areas such as relational databases, API design, or AI/ML.
- 2 years of experience with software design and architecture.
Responsibilities
- Write and test product or system development code.
- Author designs for software systems.
- Review code developed by other developers and provide feedback.
- Contribute to existing documentation and adapt content based on updates.
- Triage product or system issues and debug or track them.
Benefits
- Employees at Google are often offered benefits like comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible work arrangements, among other benefits.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Google Llc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
908
FY2026
Approval rate
98.4%
FY2026
LCA certified
4,273
FY2026
Entry-level share
0.6%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
-14%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-51%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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