Staff Software Engineer, Performance, Core

Google is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Core team, which is responsible for building the technical foundation behind Google's flagship products. This role involves developing next-generation technologies that impact billions of users worldwide. The Core team serves as owners and advocates for underlying design elements, developer platforms, product components, and infrastructure at Google.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll work on critical projects with opportunities to influence technical decisions across the company. You'll be responsible for managing project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables while designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions at massive scale. The role requires expertise in areas such as distributed computing, large-scale system design, and performance optimization.

The position offers a competitive compensation package, including a base salary range of $189,000-$284,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. You'll work in a hybrid environment with locations in Sunnyvale, CA, and New York, allowing for flexibility in work arrangements.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of software development experience, strong leadership abilities, and a proven track record in building and launching software products. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, lead cross-functional teams, and make a significant impact on Google's technical infrastructure.

This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about solving complex technical challenges, has excellent system design skills, and wants to work on products that affect billions of users. You'll be part of a team that looks across Google's products to build central solutions, break down technical barriers, and strengthen existing systems.