Software Engineering Manager, Better Together, Android

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, C, C++, Java, JavaScript).
• 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role.
• 2 years of experience in a people management or team leadership role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field.
• Experience in leading and delivering device-to-device connectivity development projects.
• Experience driving technical strategy.
• Experience in device-to-device connectivity technologies (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Near Field Communication (NFC)).
• Ability to design scalable software architectures and mentor engineering team members.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

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.

In this role, you will play a key role in the development of next-generation Connectivity stacks across many platforms/OS. You will be involved in designing and optimizing connectivity protocols, collaborating with various teams, and addressing technical challenges. If you are passionate about building fundamental, user-centric Android features that reach millions, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the way devices connect and interact within the Android ecosystem.

Android is Google’s mobile operating system powering more than 3 billion devices worldwide. Android is about bringing computing to everyone in the world. We believe computing is a super power for good, enabling access to information, economic opportunity, productivity, connectivity between friends and family and more. We think everyone in the world should have access to the best computing has to offer. We provide the platform for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and developers to build compelling computing devices (smartphones, tablets, TVs, wearables, etc) that run the best apps/services for everyone in the world.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $197,000-$291,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. 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.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $197,000-$291,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. 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

• Lead and manage a team of engineers, fostering their growth and career development.
• Collaborate with Android connectivity team to design and document protocol specifications for cross-device features following industry standard in Bluetooth, WiFi and other related tech domains.
• Partner with product managers, UX designers, and other engineers to define, design, and implement new features and improvements.
• Adhere to best practices for cross-platform development for Android, Windows and other OS, including unit testing, integration testing, and code reviews.
• Help shape the future of Nearby Presence and Connections by contributing your ideas and expertise.