Senior Staff Software Engineer, Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platforms

$237,000 - $337,000/Yr

Google - Boulder, CO

Full-time - Senior

Boulder, CO

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About the position

As a Senior Staff Software Engineer at Google Cloud, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the architecture and implementation of the Cloud Learning Services (CLS) Engineering team. This position focuses on developing scalable learning platforms and innovative tools to enhance cloud learning experiences globally. You will lead the design and implementation of large-scale distributed systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to address complex challenges and deliver impactful solutions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver strategic impact and own outcomes for the vision, architecture, and implementation of the CLS Infrastructure and GenAI, ensuring scalability, reliability, and user-friendliness.
• Design intuitive systems and features to create more effective and efficient learning experiences for users of all skill levels leveraging GenAI.
• Work on ambiguous, open-ended technical challenges related to managing large ambiguous problems and distilling the path forward.
• Bring industry trends and technologies, and transform learning through the use of cutting-edge technologies.
• Collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders understanding differing points of view.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience in software development, with a focus on data structures and algorithms.
• 7 years of experience building and developing infrastructure, distributed systems, or networks, or experience with compute technologies, storage, or hardware architecture.
• 5 years of experience with design and architecture, and testing/launching software products.
• 3 years of experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS), Learning Experience Platforms (LXP), and Content Management Systems (CMS) used in the academic or industry training space.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 5 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.
• 3 years of experience with LLMs, FineTuning, Prompt Engineering, and Model Evaluations.
• 3 years of experience with LTI and related SSO patterns.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $237,000-$337,000 plus bonus and equity.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan with 401k options.
• Flexible work hours and remote work options.
• Opportunities for professional development and continued education.