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# Software Engineering Manager, Machine Management

- **Company:** Google LLC
- **Location:** Sunnyvale, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Data Centers, Linux, Software Engineering, Scripting
- **Published:** August 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/software-engineering-manager-machine-management-sunnyvale-ca-usa-58800262

## About the Role

_ align execution with company goals and remove roadblocks * Oversee deployments and releases, including budgeting, resources, and tooling * Evaluate next-generation server management, control systems, and health monitors for data center needs Tasks * Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience * 8 years of software development experience * 3 years in a technical leadership role * 2 years in people management or team leadership * Experience with C/C++ and scripting (e.g., Shell) * Experience with Linux Key requirements * bonus target * equity * benefits * US-based compensation

## Description

Experteer Overview Software Engineering Manager at Google leads and mentors engineers to deliver large, complex projects across teams and locations. You drive the end-to-end software lifecycle, influence product strategy, and oversee budgets and resources. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, open standards advocacy, and building scalable systems for global infrastructure. You will shape design choices, ensure high-quality releases, and develop your team while aligning with Google's mission of scalable, innovative technology. Compensation / Benefits * Hire, mentor, and grow software engineers and Technical Lead Managers (TLMs) with clear career development paths * Drive complex technical projects from concept to release and ensure successful delivery * Define project goals, timelines, and track progress against deliverables in a fast-paced environment * Manage horizontal server management and vertical product development tasks * Collaborate with cross-functional peers to align execution with company goals and remove roadblocks * Oversee deployments and releases, including budgeting, resources, and tooling * Evaluate next-generation server management, control systems, and health monitors for data center needs Tasks * Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience * 8 years of software development experience * 3 years in a technical leadership role * 2 years in people management or team leadership * Experience with C/C++ and scripting (e.g., Shell) * Experience with Linux Key requirements * bonus target * equity * benefits * US-based compensation


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