Software Engineer III, Google Databases

8 Hours ago • 2-4 Years • Full Stack Development • $141,000 PA - $202,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Google is seeking a Software Engineer III to contribute to its Google Databases team. This role involves developing and optimizing filtered semantic search capabilities on massive datasets. Responsibilities include developing a deep understanding of SQL and database query optimization, participating in code reviews, profiling and optimizing query performance, and minimizing latency while maximizing throughput. The ideal candidate will have experience with Google Cloud Platform, C++, object-oriented programming, and ideally, experience with MySQL databases. The engineer will be instrumental in building a unified platform for blazing-fast, filtered semantic search, addressing complex challenges in this domain and contributing to delivering unparalleled investigative and AI-powered insights. This role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work within a fast-paced environment.
Must have:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 2+ years software development experience
  • 2+ years testing/launching software
  • 1+ year software design & architecture experience
  • C++ programming experience
  • Experience with GCP or similar cloud technologies
  • Object-oriented programming, templates, STL knowledge
  • SQL and database query optimization
Good to have:
  • Experience building/operating large-scale cloud services
  • Experience with MySQL
  • Ideation and innovation at scale
Perks:
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Benefits

Job Details

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 2 years of experience in software development.
  • 2 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 ideating and innovating technology at scale.
  • Experience in database programming, specializing in MySQL.

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 be instrumental in addressing the complex challenges of filtered semantic search, enabling users to perform highly nuanced, context-aware queries on massive datasets. You will be a passionate engineer who grows up building high-performance systems and solving intricate technical problems. You will be a key contributor to our 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 $141,000-$202,000 + 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 a deep understanding of SQL and database query optimization techniques.
  • Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving code quality.
  • Profile and optimize query performance, focusing on minimizing latency and maximizing throughput for filtered semantic searches.

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