Senior Staff Software Engineer, Looker SQL Compilers

Google Cloud is seeking a Senior Staff Software Engineer to lead the Looker BI Modeling team, a strategic initiative for the Looker product. This role presents an opportunity to make significant impact on a major GCP product while influencing technical direction and roadmap. The position involves tackling challenging problems in defining next-generation modeling capabilities, implementing model-aware database endpoints (Open SQL), and delivering incremental modeling features.

The role requires deep expertise in SQL compilers and query processing engines at scale. As a technical leader, you'll guide distributed engineering teams, manage cross-functional projects, and architect large-scale software solutions. The ideal candidate combines strong technical skills with leadership experience in complex, matrixed organizations.

Google Cloud empowers organizations worldwide with enterprise-grade solutions leveraging cutting-edge technology. The position offers competitive compensation ($248,000-$349,000 + bonus + equity + benefits) and the opportunity to work with industry-leading technology. You'll be part of a team developing next-generation technologies that impact billions of users globally.

The role demands expertise in software development, data structures/algorithms, and system architecture. You'll lead efforts in defining and implementing new modeling capabilities, guide technical re-architecture initiatives, and ensure delivery of high-quality software products. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers looking to make a strategic impact while leading technical innovation in cloud computing.