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X Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Sunnyvale, CA, USA; New York, NY, USA.

Minimum qualifications:

• Master's degree in Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 15 years of experience building database systems and delivering them in production.
• 10 years of experience with data platforms, systems engineering, and cloud infrastructure.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with open-source databases such as PostgreSQL and MySQL.
• Expertise in database systems engineering, prioritizing systems over AI model development.
• Familiarity with database internals like Query Processing, Transaction Management, and Storage.
• Product sensibility and the ability to advocate for key product innovations.

About the job

As a Principal Engineer, you will serve as the technical lead for the Database Migration and Modernization (M&M) portfolio. This is a senior systems-focused engineering role requiring deep expertise in database systems and cloud infrastructure. You will drive the technical direction across the M&M portfolio, ensuring Google remains at the forefront of database modernization. You will utilize cross-organizational influence and leadership capabilities to drive initiatives across multiple product lines.You will lead the technical direction for the global M&M product portfolio. You will drive cross-organizational and multi-product portfolio initiatives as a technical leader. You will inspire a highly technical team of subject matter experts and industry influencers.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $307000 - $427000 (USD) 30% bonus target equity benefits

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Responsibilities

• Develop and own the technical roadmap for the M&M portfolio, identifying key innovation opportunities.
• Drive the overall architecture and design of key modernization and migration components.
• Work with product management to ensure M&M investments align with Google Data Cloud goals.
• Engage with external customers to understand complex modernization needs and deliver impact.