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Senior Software Engineer, Cloud SQL

Google

Kirkland, WA
Full Time
Senior
166k-244k
about 1 month ago

Job Description

About the Role

Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. The team provides a managed SQL Server offering within Cloud SQL, handling all aspects of database service implementations including high availability, backups, performance improvements, and integration with Google Cloud Ecosystems. Google Cloud accelerates organizations' digital transformation by delivering enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google's cutting-edge technology, serving customers in more than 200 countries and territories.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure robust design, timely implementation, correctness of code, and support of SQL Server, the fastest growing database engine within Cloud SQL product family.
  • Work with product management to define features and create roadmaps for one or more functional areas in the team.
  • Work on strategic initiatives to grow the service and improve the reliability of the service.
  • Help maintain and mentor junior engineers and foster collaboration in a healthy team culture.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages, and with data structures/algorithms.
  • 3 years of experience with developing large-scale infrastructure, distributed systems or networks, or experience with compute technologies, storage or hardware architecture.
  • Experience with system design, relational database management systems, and distributed systems.

Nice to Have

  • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or a related technical field.
  • Experience in SQL Server or other relational databases.
  • Experience with Go, Python, or Java.
  • Track record of production excellence and offering managed services.

Qualifications

  • Formal educational background includes at least a Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits & Perks

  • US base salary range for this full-time position is $166,000-$244,000 plus bonus, equity, and benefits.
  • Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location, with individual pay influenced by work location, skills, experience, and education.
  • Compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, excluding bonus, equity, or benefits.

Working at Google

Google values versatility, leadership qualities, and enthusiasm to take on new problems across the full-stack. The team fosters a healthy collaborative environment and emphasizes growth and innovation in cloud database services.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 25, 2025
Salary166k-244k
Job TypeFull Time
ExperienceSenior

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Website

google.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

Kirkland, WA

Industry

Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services

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