Staff Software Engineer, Security/Privacy, Security Research

Google is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Security/Privacy Research team within the Core organization. This role combines advanced software engineering with security research, focusing on developing cybersecurity AI/ML tools for next-generation user protections. The position involves collaboration with researchers in both industry and academia, contributing to Google's technical foundation that powers their flagship products.

The role requires expertise in security software development, research, and Python programming. You'll be responsible for developing novel technologies for cybercrime detection, publishing research papers, and building prototypes. The Core team's mission is critical, as they build central solutions and break down technical barriers across Google's products.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in both software engineering and security research. The position offers competitive compensation ($197,000-$291,000 base salary plus bonus, equity, and benefits) and the chance to work on cutting-edge security solutions that impact billions of users. You'll be part of Google's Core team, which has a unique mandate to influence important technical decisions across the company.

The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of software development experience, with specific expertise in data privacy and security. You'll need to demonstrate strong research capabilities, as evidenced by 5 years of research experience, and the ability to publish in leading security and AI conferences. This role combines technical leadership, research excellence, and practical software engineering skills to advance Google's security infrastructure.