Software Engineer, Access Risk
Google · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
- On site
- Full-time
- $160,000 / year
- Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Job highlights
- Lead critical security infrastructure development.
- Design advanced access control solutions.
- Shape engineering roadmap and standards.
- Mentor and provide technical leadership.
- Requires 5 years software development experience.
About the role
About the Role
Google Cloud's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. We're looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a Software Engineer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google Cloud's needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. You will anticipate our customer needs and be empowered to act like an owner, take action and innovate. We need our engineers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward.
Google Cloud accelerates every organization’s ability to digitally transform its business and industry. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google’s cutting-edge technology, and tools that help developers build more sustainably. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems.
Responsibilities
- Drive the technical goal for critical security infrastructure.
- Drive high-quality implementation of features and simplify integration and adoption for external customers.
- Lead architectural design of complex, cross-product solutions spanning IAP, CAA, and VPC-SC to meet evolving customer needs and security threats.
- Design innovative solutions to speed up customer adoption and correct configuration of advanced access controls and security perimeters.
- Define and shape the strategic engineering roadmap for the Access Risk team, identifying opportunities for innovation and feature differentiation.
- Set and elevate engineering standards, provide technical leadership and mentoring.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 5 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages.
- 3 years of experience with testing, maintaining, or launching software products.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or a related technical field.
- 5 years of experience with data structures and algorithms.
- 1 year of experience in a technical leadership role.
Key skills/competency
- Software Development
- Security Infrastructure
- Access Risk Management
- Technical Leadership
- System Design
- Customer Integration
- Strategic Roadmapping
- Mentoring
- Data Structures
- Algorithms
Skills & topics
- Software Engineer
- Access Risk
- Security Engineering
- Google Cloud
- Technical Leadership
- Software Development
- System Design
- Data Structures
- Algorithms
- Cloud Security
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 5+ years of software development, security infrastructure, and technical leadership experience. Quantify achievements with data.
- Showcase relevant skills: Emphasize experience with data structures, algorithms, and launching software products, aligning with Google Cloud's needs.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Brush up on coding, system design, and algorithm challenges. Practice explaining your thought process clearly.
- Research Google Cloud: Understand their security initiatives, customer challenges, and the impact of the Access Risk team.
- Demonstrate leadership: Prepare examples of technical guidance, mentoring, and strategic decision-making in previous roles.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities for a Software Engineer, Access Risk at Google Cloud?
- As a Software Engineer, Access Risk at Google Cloud, you will drive the technical direction for critical security infrastructure, lead the design of complex security solutions, and innovate to improve customer adoption of access controls. You will also define the engineering roadmap and provide technical leadership and mentoring to the team.
- What qualifications are essential for the Software Engineer, Access Risk role at Google?
- Essential qualifications include a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 5 years of software development experience in at least one programming language, and 3 years of experience in testing, maintaining, or launching software products.
- Are there preferred qualifications for this Software Engineer position at Google Cloud?
- Yes, preferred qualifications include a Master's or PhD in Computer Science, 5 years of experience with data structures and algorithms, and 1 year of experience in a technical leadership role.
- What kind of impact does a Software Engineer at Google Cloud have?
- Software Engineers at Google Cloud develop next-generation technologies that impact billions of users globally. You'll work on projects critical to Google Cloud's success, driving digital transformation for organizations and solving their most critical business problems.
- How does Google Cloud approach security for its customers?
- Google Cloud delivers enterprise-grade security solutions leveraging Google's cutting-edge technology. This role focuses on enhancing security infrastructure, simplifying access controls, and protecting against evolving threats for external customers.
- What is the work environment like for a Software Engineer at Google?
- The environment is fast-paced and encourages innovation. Engineers are empowered to act like owners, take action, and tackle new problems across the full-stack. There are opportunities to switch teams and projects as the business grows.
- How important are leadership skills for this Software Engineer role at Google Cloud?
- Leadership qualities are highly valued. The role involves providing technical leadership, mentoring team members, and shaping the strategic engineering roadmap. Experience in a technical leadership role is a preferred qualification.