Software Engineer III, Infrastructure

Google is seeking a Software Engineer III to join their Infrastructure team, specifically working on AlloyDB - an enterprise-grade, cloud-native transactional database. This role is part of a 20+ person team responsible for the Dogfish storage engine that powers AlloyDB's distributed compute and storage architecture.

The position offers an opportunity to work on critical infrastructure at massive scale, developing and maintaining systems that impact billions of users worldwide. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies in distributed computing, focusing on performance optimization, data integrity, and system reliability.

The role involves hands-on development of large-scale infrastructure, particularly in the context of database storage systems. You'll be working with technologies like PostgreSQL, Colossus, Borg, and Google Cloud Engine, contributing to all aspects of storage including performance tuning, backup & restore functionality, and operational reliability.

As part of Google Cloud, you'll be contributing to products that help organizations across 200+ countries digitally transform their businesses. The position offers competitive compensation including base salary, bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

The ideal candidate should have strong programming skills in languages like C, C++, Python, or Go, along with solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and distributed systems. You'll be expected to participate in design reviews, analyze system performance, and contribute to the maintenance and troubleshooting of database services.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to work on challenging technical problems at scale, collaborate with talented engineers, and make a significant impact on Google's infrastructure. The role offers growth opportunities and exposure to cutting-edge technology while working in a supportive and innovative environment.

The position is based in either New York, NY or Cambridge, MA, offering the chance to work from major tech hubs while contributing to Google's mission of organizing the world's information and making it universally accessible and useful.