Software Engineer Manager, Engineering Productivity for Google One and Photos

About the Role

This role involves leading engineering teams responsible for productivity improvement tools and features within Google One and Photos. As a Software Engineer Manager, you will oversee multiple teams across locations, balancing technical leadership with team management responsibilities. Google One is a rapidly growing subscription service for personal cloud storage enhanced by advanced AI capabilities, boasting over 150 million subscribers. The position offers a chance to influence subscriber experiences and premium business initiatives significantly.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and convey team priorities aligned with broader organizational goals, ensuring strategy and operational processes are uniform across teams.
• Establish clear role-based expectations for team members, conduct regular performance and development meetings, and offer coaching and constructive feedback.
• Create and adapt mid-term technical roadmaps for multiple teams, addressing future requirements and infrastructure expansion.
• Lead system design efforts across the broader scope, authoring and reviewing code to resolve complex and ambiguous problems.
• Evaluate engineers' code for adherence to best practices including style, correctness, efficiency, and maintainability.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience in a relevant field.
• At least 8 years of experience in software development.
• Minimum 3 years of experience developing developer tools such as compilers, automated release systems, code design and testing tools, or test automation frameworks.
• At least 3 years in a technical leadership capacity.
• Minimum 2 years involved in people or team management roles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degrees such as a Master's or PhD in Computer Science or allied technical disciplines.
• Experience of 3 years or more operating within large, matrixed organizations.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The company promotes and maintains an inclusive and equal employment environment, welcoming applicants regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender characteristics, sexual orientation, national origin, age, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories. Applicants requiring accommodations during hiring should directly communicate their needs.