Senior Software Engineer, Android, Google Photos

Google Photos is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Android team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on one of Google's most sought-after products, combining client-side mobile development with server-side technologies and machine intelligence.

As a Senior Software Engineer on the Google Photos Android team, you'll be responsible for designing and implementing new features while also improving the architecture to ensure scalability and reliability. The role requires strong technical expertise in Android development, particularly with Kotlin/Java, and the ability to mentor junior engineers.

Google's engineering culture emphasizes versatility and leadership, with opportunities to work across the full technology stack. You'll be part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of photo sharing and storage technology, implementing solutions that impact billions of users worldwide.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of software development experience, with specific expertise in Android development and a strong foundation in data structures and algorithms. You'll need excellent communication and leadership skills to effectively collaborate with team members and mentor others.

Working at Google means joining a company committed to equal opportunity and building a representative workforce. The role is based in Sydney, Australia, offering the chance to work in one of Google's dynamic offices while contributing to a product that helps millions of users store, organize, and share their memories.

This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on a widely-used consumer product while working with cutting-edge technologies in areas like machine learning, computer vision, and cloud storage. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, technical excellence, and user-centered design, making Google Photos more powerful and accessible to users worldwide.