Software Engineering Manager, Android Growth Systems and Frameworks
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Software Engineering Manager, Android Growth Systems and Frameworks
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
- 8 years of experience in software development
- 5 years of experience with design, architecture, and testing or launching software products
- 3 years of experience in a people management, supervision, or team leadership role
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
- 4 years of experience with Android/iOS application development
- 3 years of experience working in a matrixed organization involving cross-functional, cross-business projects
- 3 years in a technical leadership role, including leading project teams and setting technical direction
- Experience in developing user-facing products
About the Job
Google’s software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that shape how billions of users connect, explore, and interact—from information retrieval to distributed computing and beyond. This role spans areas like:
- Information retrieval
- Distributed computing
- Large-scale system design
- Networking and data storage
- Security
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Natural Language Processing (NLP)
- UI design
- Mobile (including Android/iOS)
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As a software engineer, you will:
- Work on high-impact projects critical to Google’s mission
- Gain opportunities to switch teams and projects as your skills and Google’s needs evolve
- Navigate in a fast-paced, versatile full-stack environment with a focus on technical ownership and leadership
Your role involves:
- Managing project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables
- Designing, developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining software solutions
[The Team's Focus]
The team builds the Google Search App for Android. As one of the most widely used mobile apps—serving over 3 billion devices—it powers core Google experiences, including:
- Gemini
- Discover
- Circle to Search®
- Lens®
- Core search
Android: A Platform for the World
Android is Google’s mobile operating system, enabling access to computing for billions worldwide. Our mission for Android is to democratise computing as a force for positive change:
- Economic opportunity
- Productivity
- Digital connectivity
By providing the foundation for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and developers, we enable innovative devices—from smartphones and tablets to TVs and wearables—running the best apps and services.
Responsibilities
- Own the development and strategy for critical client-side features, including:
- Search entry points
- User engagement systems
- Sharing and infrastructure
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Advocate for a polished user experience by refining implementation strategies on existing architectures. Works closely with Search and AI feature teams to ensure seamless, high-quality user engagement.
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Manage core user journeys, such as:
- AI-driven search modes
- Primary search results interface
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Define and shape architecture goals for platforms and infrastructure teams, guiding long-term objectives.
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Collaborate in the strategy for:
- System architecture
- Performance optimisation
- Deployment distribution
[Equal Opportunity Employer Notice]
Google is committed to an equal opportunity workplace, promoting a culture of innovation, diversity, and inclusion within its global teams.
- Unless authorised, we only offer employment to US Citizen(s) or Permanent Resident(s) of the USA.
- Google considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal history, in compliance with relevant laws.
For qualified applicants, we provide accommodations if needed. Please complete our Accommodations for Applicants form for potential support.
Original policies referenced:
- EEO Policy at Google
- EEO is the Law (modified for context)
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