Staff Software Engineer, Cloud Assist Optimize

Google Cloud is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Cloud Assist Optimize team, focusing on empowering developers and engineers to manage costs on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) through AI. This role represents a unique opportunity to shape the future of cloud cost optimization and platform engineering at one of tech's leading companies.

The position requires a seasoned professional who can blend technical expertise in AI and distributed systems with strategic thinking and leadership abilities. You'll be responsible for architecting foundational systems, addressing complex technical challenges, and multiplying the impact of the entire engineering organization. The role is particularly focused on pioneering the intersection of Platform Engineering and Financial Operations through AI applications.

As a principal technical leader, you'll be setting long-term goals and strategies, working with cutting-edge AI technologies including Large Language Models, and building systems that make Google Cloud more cost-effective and intuitive for customers. The position offers the opportunity to work with advanced AI techniques such as Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Chain-of-Thought, and agentic frameworks.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cloud environments, strong programming skills in languages like Python, Go, or Java, and demonstrated expertise in applied AI/ML. You'll be working in Warsaw, Poland, contributing to Google Cloud's mission of accelerating digital transformation across industries and organizations worldwide.