Google

Staff Software Engineer, Google Photos

place Mountain View, CA, USA

Found: February 1, 2026

This role is based in Mountain View, CA.

Compensation:

$197,000-$291,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Responsibilities:

  • Work with tech leads and product managers to identify team requirements and growth opportunities.
  • Architect solutions for Google Photos and Google One, ensuring scalability and adaptability.
  • Guide engineers and prototype new concepts to drive business results.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 8 years of software development experience.
  • 5 years of full-stack development experience, including Java or Kotlin.
  • 3 years of software design and architecture experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree or PhD in a related field.
  • 8 years of experience with data structures and algorithms.
  • 3 years in a technical leadership role.
  • Experience with complex, cross-functional projects.

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