Software Engineer II, BigQuery, Catalog

Google Cloud is seeking a Software Engineer II to join their BigQuery Catalog team. This role focuses on delivering a platform to onboard metadata from BigQuery, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and beyond. As a software engineer at Google, you'll work on critical projects while having opportunities to switch teams and projects as both you and the fast-paced business grow. The position requires expertise in full-stack development, with emphasis on backend technologies like Kotlin, Java, Python, and Go.

The role is part of Google Cloud, which accelerates organizations' digital transformation capabilities across industries. You'll be working with enterprise-grade solutions leveraging Google's cutting-edge technology and tools that help developers build more sustainably. The platform serves customers in more than 200 countries and territories who rely on Google Cloud as their trusted partner.

The ideal candidate should have strong fundamentals in data structures and algorithms, along with practical experience in full-stack development. You'll be responsible for the customer-facing aspect of the metadata platform, requiring both technical expertise and an understanding of user needs. The position offers exposure to large-scale system design, cloud computing, and the opportunity to work with some of the most advanced data processing technologies.

Working at Google means joining a team that's committed to technical excellence and innovation. You'll be part of an organization that values diversity, equal opportunity, and creates a culture of belonging. The role offers the chance to impact billions of users while working with cutting-edge technology in areas including distributed computing, large-scale system design, and data storage.