Role Overview
Google is hiring a Senior Software Engineer, Photos Storage Infrastructure. This is a full-time role in IN. Part of Google's Fullstack hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Role Overview:
Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. As a software engineer at Google, you will work on critical projects that cater to Google's needs, with opportunities to switch teams and projects as the business evolves. The role requires versatility, leadership qualities, and enthusiasm to tackle new challenges across the full-stack.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop an understanding of the abstractions and performance characteristics of the metadata serving and blob storage stacks.
- Improve system efficiency and scalability to reduce costs and ensure Photos can grow, supporting feature teams by developing new infrastructure and frameworks.
- Collaborate with various Google technologies to solve problems at the intersection of storage and processing infrastructures.
- Engage with Spanner, Blobstore, and Privacy teams to incorporate the latest features and technologies into Photos.
- Partner with other Product Areas and the Photos Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) team to scale Photos effectively.
Qualifications Required:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 5 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages.
- 3 years of experience in testing, maintaining, or launching software products, and 1 year of experience with software design and architecture.
- Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or a related technical field preferred.
- 5 years of experience with data structures and algorithms.
- 1 year of experience in a technical leadership role.
- Experience in developing accessible technologies.
- Experience with two or more of the following: Spanner, Guice, Flume, queues, SQL, distributed data processing systems, data integrity, and on-duty processes. Role Overview:
Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. As a software engineer at Google, you will work on critical projects that cater to Google's needs, with opportunities to switch teams and projects as the business evolves. The role requires versatility, leadership qualities, and enthusiasm to tackle new challenges across the full-stack.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop an understanding of the abstractions and performance characteristics of the metadata serving and blob storage stacks.
- Improve system efficiency and scalability to reduce costs and ensure Photos can grow, supporting feature teams by developing new infrastructure and frameworks.
- Collaborate with various Google technologies to solve problems at the intersection of storage and processing infrastructures.
- Engage with Spanner, Blobstore, and Privacy teams to incorporate the latest features and technologies into Photos.
- Partner with other Product Areas and the Photos Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) team to scale Photos effectively.
Qualifications Required:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 5 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages.
- 3 years of experience in testing, maintaining, or launching software products, and 1 year of experience with software design and architecture.
- Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or a related technical field preferred.
- 5 years of experience with data structures and algorithms.
- 1 year of experience in a technical leadership role.
- Experience in developing accessible technologies.
- Experience with two or more of the following: Spanner, Guice, Flume, queues, SQL, distributed data processing systems, data integrity, and on-duty processes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Senior Software Engineer, Photos Storage Infrastructure position at Google?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Google. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Senior Software Engineer, Photos Storage Infrastructure position at Google located?
This position is based in IN. Google has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Senior Software Engineer, Photos Storage Infrastructure at Google earn?
Google has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Senior Software Engineer, Photos Storage Infrastructure role at Google posted?
This role was posted on April 4, 2026 (77 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the Senior Software Engineer, Photos Storage Infrastructure role at Google require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Google lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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