Software Engineer, Backend Scale Performance of Search

Google is seeking a Backend Software Engineer to join their Astro Serving Framework team, focusing on scale and performance optimization of search systems. This role is critical in building and optimizing the future of information retrieval at Google, powering not only Google Search but also over 100 other systems including YouTube search, Shopping search, and Lens search. The team provides vector-based search solutions used across search and cloud for efficient retrieval and AI applications. As part of Google's Core team, you'll work on fundamental infrastructure that powers Google's flagship products, building central solutions and breaking down technical barriers. The role offers opportunities to impact technical decisions across the company while working with cutting-edge technologies in distributed computing, large-scale system design, and artificial intelligence. You'll collaborate with server platform teams and Google DeepMind to optimize search backend systems and resolve performance bottlenecks. The position includes competitive compensation with a base salary range of $141,000-$202,000 plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers passionate about large-scale systems and performance optimization to make a significant impact on products used by billions of users globally.