Google is seeking a Senior Staff Software Engineer to join their App Hub team, focusing on transforming Google Cloud into an application-centric platform. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in distributed systems and cloud architecture. The position offers an opportunity to shape the future of cloud application development at Google, working on solutions that impact billions of users.
The role involves leading and mentoring a team while making significant technical contributions to App Hub's mission of simplifying cloud application building, operation, and governance. You'll be responsible for setting technical direction, architecting solutions, and ensuring successful delivery of critical projects. The position requires strong leadership skills, deep technical expertise, and the ability to balance immediate needs with long-term strategic goals.
As a Senior Staff Engineer, you'll work at Google's Sunnyvale location, contributing to a platform that reduces the complexity of cloud resource management. The compensation package is highly competitive, ranging from $237,000 to $337,000 base salary, plus additional benefits including bonus and equity opportunities.
The ideal candidate will bring 8+ years of software development experience, with particular depth in distributed systems and cloud architecture. You'll need to demonstrate strong leadership capabilities, having led technical teams and driven architectural decisions. The role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud technology while helping shape Google Cloud's application-centric future.
This position is perfect for someone who wants to make a significant impact on cloud computing's future, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and can lead teams effectively. You'll be working with some of the industry's best engineers, helping to shape how organizations build and manage cloud applications at scale.