Senior Staff Software Engineer, Common Expression Language

Google is seeking a Senior Staff Software Engineer to work on the Common Expression Language (CEL), a highly constrained and performant programming language used by Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, and Google Apps. This role is part of the Core team, which builds the technical foundation behind Google's flagship products and is responsible for underlying design elements, developer platforms, and infrastructure.

The position offers an opportunity to shape critical technical decisions across the company while working on a specific project vital to Google's needs. The role involves maintaining and improving C++, Java, and Go stacks, optimizing language performance, and collaborating with partners on development tools. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software development, technical leadership, and working with developer-facing products.

The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $248,000 to $349,000 base salary, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. The role can be based in either Sunnyvale, CA or Kirkland, WA. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to impact how billions of users interact with Google's products while working on fundamental programming language technology.

The position requires strong technical expertise in software design, architecture, and leadership capabilities. You'll be working with a team that values innovation, technical excellence, and collaboration. The role offers the chance to influence the direction of a critical programming language used across major Google products and platforms, while working with cutting-edge technology and talented engineers.