Software Engineering Manager II

Role Overview: As a Software Engineering Manager at Google, your role goes beyond software development. You will provide technical leadership to major projects and manage a team of engineers. Your responsibilities include optimizing code, overseeing project goals, contributing to product strategy, and guiding the team in areas such as information retrieval, artificial intelligence, and large-scale system design. Key Responsibilities: - Set and communicate team priorities aligned with organizational goals - Define clear expectations for individuals based on their roles and provide regular feedback and coaching - Develop mid-term technical vision and roadmap for your team(s) - Design and review systems designs within the broader area - Write product or system development code to solve complex problems - Review code developed by other engineers and ensure best practices are followed Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience - 5 years of experience in software development with expertise in programming languages like Python, C++, Java - 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role, with 2 years of experience in people management - Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science is preferred - 8 years of experience in software development with proficiency in multiple programming languages - 3 years of experience working in a complex, matrixed organization,