Senior Software Engineer, Android, iOS, Maps Directions

Google is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Maps Directions team, focusing on Android and iOS development. This role sits at the intersection of mapping services and artificial intelligence, where you'll lead the development of key features within Google's mapping and navigation products. As a Technical Lead, you'll have direct impact on services used by billions worldwide, collaborating with technical leads and cross-functional partners across various product areas including AI/ML research and core search engineering teams.

The position is part of the Geo team, which builds and maintains Google Maps, Earth, Street View, and Google Maps Platform. These services serve over a billion users monthly, helping them explore the world and navigate their daily lives. The role involves solving complex computer science problems, designing intuitive product experiences, and improving understanding of the real world through mapping technology.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of mobile development experience, strong leadership capabilities, and expertise in software design and architecture. You'll be responsible for writing code, leading high-impact projects, driving platform refinements, and co-owning technical roadmaps. This is an opportunity to shape the future of how people navigate and understand the world through Google's mapping technologies.

Working at Google's Sydney office, you'll be part of a global team pushing the boundaries of mapping technology and AI integration. The role offers the chance to work on challenging technical problems at massive scale while leading and mentoring other engineers. If you're passionate about mobile development, mapping technologies, and using AI to improve user experiences, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.