Google
Staff Software Engineer, Google Photos
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.