Senior Software Engineer, Google Databases

1 Month ago • 5-8 Years • Full Stack Development • $166,000 PA - $244,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Google Cloud seeks a Senior Software Engineer to contribute to the development of next-generation technologies for its databases. This role involves building a unified platform for blazing-fast, filtered semantic search. Responsibilities include developing SQL and database query optimization techniques, participating in code reviews, profiling and optimizing query performance, minimizing latency, and maximizing throughput. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software development (C++, object-oriented programming, STL), cloud technologies (GCP), and database programming (MySQL). The role requires strong software design and architecture skills, and experience with large-scale systems. The candidate should be able to innovate and improve code quality. This is a full-time position in Sunnyvale, CA.
Must have:
  • 5+ years software development experience
  • C++ programming expertise
  • Experience with SQL and database optimization
  • Cloud platform experience (GCP preferred)
  • Object-oriented programming skills
  • Software design and architecture experience
Good to have:
  • Experience building large-scale cloud services
  • MySQL expertise
  • Experience with AI-powered insights
Perks:
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Benefits

Job Details

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages, and with data structures/algorithms.
  • 3 years of experience testing, maintaining, or launching software products, and 1 year of experience with software design and architecture.
  • Experience with Google Cloud Platform or other similar cloud technologies.
  • Experience developing software applications using the C++ programming language.
  • Experience with object-oriented programming, templates, and the Standard Template Library (STL).

Preferred qualifications:

  • Experience building and operating large-scale cloud services.
  • Experience in database programming, particularly MySQL.
  • Ability to form ideas, and innovating technology at scale.

About the job

Google 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 Software Engineer, you will be a key contributor to the mission of delivering unparalleled investigative and AI-powered insights. You will play a crucial role in building a unified platform that empowers users with blazing-fast, filtered semantic search capabilities.

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 $166,000-$244,000 + 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 .

Responsibilities

  • Develop an understanding of SQL and database query optimization techniques.
  • Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving code quality.
  • Profile and optimize query performance, focus on minimizing latency and maximizing throughput for filtered semantic searches.

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