Google · 2 hours ago
Software Engineering Manager, Physical Automation
Redmond, WA, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$197K/yr - $291K/yr
8+ years expGoogle is seeking a Software Engineering Manager for their Physical Automation team, responsible for integrating and controlling robotic systems within data centers. The role involves managing engineers, contributing to product strategy, and overseeing large-scale projects while ensuring the optimization of both code and team performance.
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Responsibilities
Set clear expectations with individuals based on their level and role and aligned to the broader organization's goals. Meet regularly with individuals to discuss performance and development and provide feedback and coaching
Develop the mid-term technical goal and roadmap within the scope of the team. Evolve the roadmap to meet anticipated future requirements and infrastructure needs
Design, guide and vet systems designs within the scope of physical automation infrastructure, such as telemetry pipelines, AI/ML integration, tele-operation, and mission planning and execution
Work at Google data centers periodically to interact with users and observe the robots in use
Set and communicate team priorities that support the broader organization's goals. Align strategy, processes, and decision-making across teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree, or equivalent practical experience
8 years of experience in software development
3 years of experience in a technical leadership role
2 years of experience in a people management or team leadership role
Experience with project management and distributed systems
Preferred
Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical fields
3 years of experience working in a complex organization
Experience working in robotics
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment
Sick Time: 40 hours/year (statutory, where applicable); 5 days/event (discretionary)
Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks
Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
Holidays: 13 paid days per year
Company
Google specializes in internet-related services and products, including search, advertising, and software. It is a sub-organization of Alphabet.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$26.1MKey Investors
Andy Bechtolsheim
2004-08-19IPO
1999-06-07Series Unknown· $25M
1998-11-01Angel· $1M
Leadership Team
Sundar Pichai
CEO
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