Senior Staff Software Engineer, Google Distributed Cloud

Company: Google Inc.
Location: Sunnyvale
Posted on: May 3, 2025

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Senior Staff Software Engineer, Google Distributed Cloud

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  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 8 years of experience in software development.
  • 5 years of experience testing, and launching software products.
  • 5 years of experience in designing and implementing large-scale distributed systems.
  • 5 years of experience with Kubernetes architecture and its application in production environments.Preferred qualifications:
    • Master's degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
    • 8 years of experience with data structures/algorithms.
    • 5 years of experience in a technical leadership role leading project teams and setting technical direction.
    • 3 years of experience working in a matrixed organization involving cross-functional, or cross-business projects.
    • Experience in defining technical strategy and architecture systems.
    • Experience in designing and implementing secure systems, including a strong understanding of security protocols.About the jobGoogle Cloud's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. We're looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software engineer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google Cloud's needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. You will anticipate our customer needs and be empowered to act like an owner, take action and innovate. We need our engineers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward.As a Senior Staff Software Engineer, you will focus on User Interface (UI), Command-Line Interface (CLI), and Developer Experience on Google Distributed Cloud Air-gapped. You will enable partners to run their applications at scale on this platform. Google Distributed Cloud Air-gapped (GDCag) allows public sector organizations and regulated enterprises to address strict data residency and security needs with a fully isolated environment, integrated cloud services (including Vertex AI), and an open ecosystem built on Kubernetes.Google Cloud accelerates every organization's ability to digitally transform its business and industry. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google's cutting-edge technology, and tools that help developers build more sustainably. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems.The US base salary range for this full-time position is $248,000-$349,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google .Responsibilities
      • Define and execute deployment and operations scaling strategies for Google Distributed Cloud air-gapped (GDCag) solutions, aligning with overall product strategy and business objectives.
      • Design, vet, and deploy life-cycle features, tooling, and processes for planning, deployment, operations, upgrades, expansion, and turn down of GDC air-gapped instances, advocatingbest practices.
      • Develop a strategic technical roadmap for Operations Engineering projects in collaboration with stakeholders across Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
      • Foster deep partnerships with various sub-teams within GDC, driving joint projects that strengthen overall Operations Excellence.
      • Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing, team of engineers focused on Operations Engineering, and cultivate and manage relationships with key GDCag customers, serving as a primary engineering point of contact.Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google's EEO Policy , Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal , Belonging at Google , and How we hire .Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.To all recruitment agencies: Google does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Google employees, or any other organization location. Google is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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