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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Staff Software Engineer, Infrastructure - **Company:** Google LLC - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $207,000.0 - $300,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Bioinformatics, C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Distributed Systems, Design of User Interfaces, Push Technology, Information Retrieval, Natural Language Processing, Software Architecture, Software Systems, Systems Architecture, Data Storage Technologies, Information Technology, Search Engines - **Published:** August 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000go13si ## About the Role Experience owning outcomes and decision making, solving ambiguous problems and influencing stakeholders; deep expertise in domain., + Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. + 8 years of experience programming in C++. + 5 years of experience testing, and launching software products. + 5 years of experience building and developing large-scale infrastructure, distributed systems or networks, or experience with compute technologies, storage, or hardware architecture. + 3 years of experience with software design and architecture. Preferred qualifications: + Master's degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field. + 8 years of experience with data structures and algorithms. + 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. ## Description Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. 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's needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. 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. The Core team builds the technical foundation behind Google's flagship products. We are owners and advocates for the underlying design elements, developer platforms, product components, and infrastructure at Google. These are the essential building blocks for excellent, safe, and coherent experiences for our users and drive the pace of innovation for every developer. We look across Google's products to build central solutions, break down technical barriers and strengthen existing systems. As the Core team, we have a mandate and a unique opportunity to impact important technical decisions across the company.Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $207000 - $300000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits Learn more aboutbenefits at Google (https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/benefits/) . Responsibilities + Provide technical leadership on high-impact projects. + Influence and coach a distributed team of engineers. + Facilitate alignment and clarity across teams on goals, outcomes, and timelines. + Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables. + Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance large scale software solutions. Information collected and processed as part of your Google Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Google'sApplicant and Candidate Privacy Policy (./privacy-policy) . 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