Software Engineer III, Google Play
Google · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
- On site
- Full-time
- $140,000 / year
- Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Job highlights
- Develop next-generation technologies for billions of users.
- Work on critical Google projects with team flexibility.
- Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain software.
- Enhance the Android ecosystem via Google Play.
- Collaborate on backend systems and product strategy.
About the role
About The Job
Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. 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’s needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. 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.In this role, you will manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables. You will design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance software solutions.
Google Play offers music, movies, books, apps and games for devices, powered by the cloud. It syncs across devices and on the web. As part of the Android and Mobile team, Googlers working on Google Play do everything from engineering our backend systems, to shaping product strategy, to forming great content partnerships. They make it possible for people to do things like buy an ebook or song on their Android phone, then have it instantly available on their laptop. The Google Play team enhances the Android ecosystem by giving developers and partners a premium store where they can reach millions of users.
Responsibilities
- Write product or system development code.
- Participate in, or lead design reviews with peers and stakeholders to decide amongst available technologies.
- Review code developed by other developers and provide feedback to ensure best practices (e.g., style guidelines, checking code in, accuracy, testability, and efficiency).
- Contribute to existing documentation or educational content and adapt content based on product/program updates and user feedback.
- Triage product or system issues and debug/track/resolve by analyzing the sources of issues and the impact on hardware, network, or service operations and quality.
Minimum qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 2 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages, or 1 year of experience with an advanced degree.
Preferred qualifications
- Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, or a related technical field.
- 2 years of experience with data structures and algorithms.
- Experience with Kotlin and mobile development.
- Experience developing accessible technologies.
Key skills/competency
- Software Development
- System Design
- Data Structures
- Algorithms
- Kotlin
- Mobile Development
- Accessibility Technologies
- Problem Solving
- Code Review
- Testing and Debugging
Skills & topics
- Software Engineer
- Google Play
- Kotlin
- Mobile Development
- Algorithms
- Data Structures
- System Design
- Backend Development
- Full-Stack
- Android
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight relevant experience in software development, data structures, algorithms, and mobile technologies, aligning with Google Play's needs.
- Showcase your impact: Quantify achievements in previous roles, especially those involving large-scale systems, full-stack development, or product enhancements.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Practice coding problems focused on data structures, algorithms, and system design, using languages like Kotlin.
- Understand Google's culture: Research Google's values and the specific mission of the Google Play team to demonstrate cultural fit.
- Engage in the application process: Follow application instructions carefully and be ready to discuss your contributions and problem-solving approaches.
Technical preparation
Practice coding problems on LeetCode and HackerRank.,Review core data structures and algorithm concepts.,Study system design principles for large-scale applications.,Familiarize yourself with Kotlin and Android development.
Behavioral questions
Describe a challenging technical problem you solved.,How do you handle code reviews and feedback?,Tell me about a time you led a project.,How do you adapt to changing priorities?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key technical skills for a Software Engineer at Google Play?
- For a Software Engineer role at Google Play, key technical skills include proficiency in programming languages like Kotlin, experience with data structures and algorithms, mobile development, and understanding of system design principles. Familiarity with developing accessible technologies is also preferred.
- How does Google Play enhance the Android ecosystem?
- Google Play enhances the Android ecosystem by providing a premium store for developers and partners to reach millions of users. It offers music, movies, books, apps, and games, syncing them across devices and the web, making it easier for users to access digital content.
- What is expected of a Software Engineer in terms of responsibilities at Google?
- Software Engineers at Google are expected to write product or system development code, participate in or lead design reviews, review code from peers, contribute to documentation, and triage/debug product or system issues. They manage project priorities and deliverables throughout the software development lifecycle.
- What are the minimum qualifications for a Software Engineer III at Google?
- The minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience, along with either 2 years of experience in software development in a programming language, or 1 year of experience if holding an advanced degree.
- What kind of projects do Software Engineers work on within Google Play?
- Software Engineers at Google Play work on a variety of projects, from engineering backend systems and shaping product strategy to forming content partnerships. They are involved in making digital content accessible across devices and the web.
- How important is experience with Kotlin and mobile development for this role?
- Experience with Kotlin and mobile development is considered a preferred qualification for this Software Engineer role at Google Play, indicating its relevance to the team's technology stack and product focus.
- Does Google Play encourage learning and growth for its Software Engineers?
- Yes, Google encourages its engineers to bring fresh ideas and tackle new problems across the full-stack. Engineers have opportunities to switch teams and projects as the business evolves, fostering continuous learning and growth.