Staff Software Engineer, Storage Everywhere

1 Month ago • 8-14 Years • DevOps • Full Stack Development

About the job

Job Description

This Staff Software Engineer role focuses on developing storage solutions for Google's hybrid cloud, specifically for cloud-native workload protection and data management in containerized environments. Responsibilities include guiding a team of 8-12 engineers, defining the future of cloud-native data management, developing high-quality storage products for various infrastructures, and collaborating with internal and external teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software development, storage systems (software-defined and distributed), Kubernetes, virtualization, and data protection. They will also possess strong leadership and collaborative skills.
Must have:
  • 8+ years software development experience
  • 5+ years experience with storage systems
  • 3+ years Kubernetes experience
  • 3+ years virtualization experience
  • Software design and architecture experience
  • Team leadership and collaboration skills
Good to have:
  • Master's degree in related field
  • Experience in a matrixed organization
  • Data protection and disaster recovery experience
  • Kernel-Based VM architecture experience
  • Proficiency in Go or C++
Perks:
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Benefits

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 8 years of experience in software development, and with data structures/algorithms.
  • 5 years of experience testing, and launching software products, and 3 years of experience with software design and architecture.
  • 5 years of experience with storage systems, particularly software-defined storage and distributed storage principles.
  • 3 years of experience with Kubernetes, encompassing architecture, deployment, management, and troubleshooting.
  • 3 years of experience with a range of virtualization technologies and environments, including on-premises and cloud-based solutions.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
  • 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role leading project teams and setting technical direction.
  • 3 years of experience working in a complex, matrixed organization involving cross-functional, or cross-business projects.
  • Experience with data protection and disaster recovery solutions.
  • Understanding of Kernel-Based Virtual Machine architecture and experience with its implementation and management.
  • Proficiency in Go or C++, with the ability to write and maintain high-performance code.

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.

In this role, you will join a team that is focused on making it possible for customers to run all their applications, including those that require persistent data storage, in containers managed by Kubernetes, on any Anthos platform. To help customers run these stateful applications in containers, we're developing enterprise-grade data protection services for 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 $189,000-$284,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. 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

  • Guide a team of 8-12 engineers in designing and delivering storage solutions for Google's hybrid cloud.
  • Define the future of cloud-native workload protection and data management in containerized environments.
  • Develop high-quality, user-friendly storage products that enable customer success across cloud, hybrid, and on-premises infrastructures.
  • Partner with teams across Google, within the open-source community, and with customers to achieve shared goals.
  • Foster a strong team culture that prioritizes collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to technical excellence.
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$189.0K - $284.0K/yr (Outscal est.)
$236.5K/yr avg.
Worldwide

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