Staff Software Engineer, Cloud Assist Optimize

Google Cloud is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead their Cloud Assist Optimize team, focusing on empowering developers and engineers to manage costs on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) through AI. This role combines technical expertise in AI and distributed systems with strategic thinking and leadership. As a principal technical leader, you'll architect foundational systems, address complex technical challenges, and shape the future of Platform Engineering and Financial Operations through AI innovation.

The position requires extensive experience in cloud computing, distributed systems, and applied AI/ML, particularly with Large Language Models. You'll be responsible for developing AI-powered optimization agents and creating frameworks that enable rapid deployment of these systems. The role involves close collaboration with executive leadership to define technical strategy and working across multiple engineering teams.

This is an opportunity to make a significant impact at Google Cloud, working on systems that help customers optimize their cloud resources and costs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in computer science, proven experience in shipping distributed systems and ML solutions, and the ability to lead and influence without direct authority.

Google Cloud offers a dynamic environment where you'll work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to solutions that serve customers across more than 200 countries. The company provides a supportive culture focused on innovation and technical excellence, with opportunities to shape the future of cloud computing and AI applications in enterprise environments.