Software Engineering Manager, Pixel Creative Experiences

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent practical experience.

• 5 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Kotlin, Rust).

• 5 years of experience with Android.

• 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role; overseeing strategic projects, with 2 years of experience in a people management, supervision/team leadership role.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field.

• 8 years of experience in Android application development.

• 3 years of experience working in a complex, matrixed organization.

• 3 years of experience with Android Open Source Project (AOSP) and Android systems.

• Experience with machine learning and its applications on mobile devices.

About the job

Like Google's own ambitions, the work of a Software Engineer (SWE) goes way beyond just Search. SWE Managers have not only the technical expertise to take on and provide technical leadership to major projects, but also manage a team of engineers. You not only optimize your own code but make sure engineers are able to optimize theirs. As a SWE Manager you manage your project goals, contribute to product strategy and help develop your team. SWE teams work all across the company, in areas such as information retrieval, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking, security, data compression, user interface design; the list goes on and is growing every day. Operating with scale and speed, our exceptional software engineers are just getting started -- and as a manager, you guide the way.

The Pixel Creative Experiences team builds high quality, innovative, relevant, and differentiating applications, experiences, and solutions for Pixel. In this role, you will play a key role in developing innovative and creative Pixel user experiences which include many critical components of Pixel software development. You will work closely with global teams on software development, feature tuning, infrastructure/tooling, product integration, and more.

The Google Pixel team focuses on designing and delivering the world's most helpful mobile experience. The team works on shaping the future of Pixel devices and services through some of the most advanced designs, techniques, products, and experiences in consumer electronics. This includes bringing together the best of Google’s artificial intelligence, software, and hardware to build global smartphones and create transformative experiences for users across the world.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $185,000-$283,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage a team of Software Engineers and set clear expectations on individual and team goals. Meet regularly with individuals to discuss performance and development and provide feedback and coaching.

• Develop the mid-term technical direction and roadmap within the scope of your teams. Evolve the roadmap to meet anticipated future requirements.

• Create innovative and creative software engineering efforts, driving the design and development to solve or strategically address business goals.

• Review code developed by other engineers and provide feedback to ensure best practices (e.g., style guidelines, checking code in, accuracy, testability, and efficiency).

• Set and communicate team priorities across global teams. Align strategy, processes, and decision-making across teams.

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