Staff Software Engineer, Data Lakehouse

Google is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead the development of their Data Lakehouse initiative, combining traditional data infrastructure with AI-driven data assets development and analysis. This role is part of Google's Core team, which builds the technical foundation behind Google's flagship products and has a unique opportunity to impact important technical decisions across the company.

The position requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in software development, particularly in Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing. You'll be responsible for improving developer and analysis velocity, overall performance, and data journey integration including discovery, authoring, governance, data quality, productionalization, and safety.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll work on critical projects while having opportunities to switch teams as both you and the business evolve. The role demands versatility, leadership qualities, and enthusiasm for tackling new problems across the full-stack. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies and handling information at massive scale.

The position offers a competitive compensation package including a base salary range of $197,000-$291,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. Located in Sunnyvale, CA, you'll be part of Google's core engineering team, working on projects that impact billions of users worldwide.

Key responsibilities include designing and implementing cross-system user journeys, improving velocity through AI advancements, leading technical design and code reviews, and suggesting process improvements. You'll work with various data analysis functionalities and integrate across existing products including Plx, SQL pipelines, and Data Engineering Console.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior-level engineer who wants to make a significant impact on Google's data infrastructure while working with the latest advancements in AI and machine learning technologies. The role offers the chance to shape the future of data management at one of the world's leading technology companies.