Senior System Development Engineer, Silicon, Google Cloud
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Job Description
Systems Development Engineering (SDE) at Google is a role where you manage services and systems at scale. SDEs creatively put their engineering discipline to use automating the mundane and reducing toil. We don’t just write code to fix bugs, but emphasize the development of tools and solutions that fix classes of problems. We know it’s hard to control what you can’t measure – so we focus on observability: instrumenting first, then turning data into knowledge, and finally knowledge into action. We know that the operational efficiency of Google systems, services, virtual compute environments and the operating systems that power them impact the environment, not just the bottom line. We know that working together we can do more, and that community matters.
Google brings together people with a wide variety of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We encourage them to collaborate, think big and take risks in a blame-free environment. We promote self-direction to work on meaningful projects, while we also strive to create an environment that provides the support and mentorship needed to learn and grow.
Together we engineer and build the infrastructure, tools, access and telemetry for systems that enable orchestration of Google-scale services. Come build things that matter.
Responsibilities
- Participate in on-call activities and manage the systems within the domain and work with the primary responders to help in fixing system issues.
- Troubleshoot technical issues, evaluate technical data, and develop recommendations for systems and services, respond to tickets/bugs within team-defined service-level objectives (SLOs), and contribute to systems and services through bug reports and consultation.
- Work with customers on defining distributed systems requirements, testing procedures, and proposing solutions.
- Set up processes for planning, improving quality, best practices, and maintaining a short response time for user issues.
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or a related Information Technology (IT) field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 5 years of experience with systems automation, and with systems design and implementation.
- 5 years of experience with technical infrastructure (e.g., deployment, maintenance, troubleshooting), and with reliability of technical infrastructure.
Preferred qualifications:
- 8 years of experience working with vendors or customers.
- Experience with Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools or chip design.
- Experience in working with Go, Python or C++.
- Experience in interacting with end users or product aptitude.
Skills
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About Company
Google India Careers 2025
Google is a global technology leader best known for its search engine, cloud computing, advertising platforms, consumer hardware, and AI innovations. Founded in 1998 by Larry Page and Sergey Brin, and headquartered in Mountain View, California, Google entered the India market in 2004 and now operates major campuses in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Gurugram, and Mumbai. In India, Google serves billions of users through products like Search, YouTube, Android, Google Cloud, and Google Pay, while also investing heavily in digital inclusion and AI‑driven innovation.
Business Model – Google operates as a multi‑segment technology company, generating revenue primarily from advertising (Google Ads, YouTube Ads), cloud services (Google Cloud Platform, Workspace), hardware sales (Pixel devices, Nest), and subscription products (YouTube Premium, Google One). In India, Google’s business model blends B2C scale with B2B enterprise solutions, enabling it to serve both individual users and large organisations. The company’s AI‑first strategy integrates machine learning and generative AI across all products, from Search to Workspace, to deliver personalised, efficient, and secure experiences.
Recent Wins & Recognition –
- In 2024, Google Cloud India deepened its strategic alliance with PwC India to deliver Generative AI solutions across industries, leveraging Vertex AI and Gemini models to transform enterprise operations. (https://www.pwc.in/press-releases/2024/google-cloud-pwc-india-enhance-strategic-alliance-transform-enterprise-solutions-generative-ai.html)
- Google announced a ₹1,000 crore investment in India’s AI ecosystem under the IndiaAI Mission, focusing on AI research, skilling, and start‑up incubation. (https://blog.google/intl/en-in/company-news/outreach-initiatives/google-ai-india-2024-investment/)
- YouTube India surpassed 600 million monthly active users, launching new AI‑powered creator tools to boost content quality and monetisation. (https://blog.youtube/press/)
- Google was recognised among the Top 3 Best Workplaces in India 2024 by Great Place to Work® Institute, highlighting its inclusive culture and employee well‑being programs. (https://www.greatplacetowork.in/best-workplaces-in-india-2024/)
Culture & Values – Google’s core values include focus on the user, innovation, integrity, and respect for the individual. The company fosters a collaborative, open, and inclusive work environment, encouraging employees to spend 20% of their time on passion projects. In India, Google actively supports digital literacy, women in tech, and sustainability initiatives, while offering flexible work models, world‑class learning resources, and global mobility opportunities.
Client‑Facing & Internal Domains – Google India
Search & Knowledge Products
What it is – Google’s core product family, including Google Search, Google Maps, Google News, and Google Lens. India‑based roles include:
- Search Quality & Ranking – Algorithm tuning, spam detection, and relevance optimisation.
- Geo & Maps Data – Mapping accuracy, local business integration, and navigation features.
- Knowledge Graph & AI – Semantic search, entity linking, and generative AI integration.
YouTube & Content Platforms
What it is – Google’s video and creator ecosystem, including YouTube, YouTube Music, and YouTube Shorts. India‑based roles include:
- Creator Partnerships – Onboarding and supporting content creators.
- Content Policy & Moderation – Ensuring compliance with community guidelines.
- Product Growth & Monetisation – Ad formats, subscriptions, and engagement tools.
Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
What it is – Enterprise cloud services for compute, storage, AI, and analytics. India‑based roles include:
- Cloud Solutions Architecture – Designing enterprise cloud deployments.
- Data & AI Engineering – Vertex AI, BigQuery, and ML pipelines.
- Customer Engineering – Pre‑sales technical consulting and onboarding.
Ads & Commerce
What it is – Google’s advertising and commerce products, including Google Ads, AdSense, Google Shopping, and Merchant Center. India‑based roles include:
- Campaign Optimisation – Performance marketing and bid strategy.
- Product Management – Ad formats, targeting, and measurement tools.
- Merchant Solutions – E‑commerce integrations and seller support.
Hardware & Devices
What it is – Consumer electronics like Pixel phones, Nest smart home devices, and Chromebooks. India‑based roles include:
- Hardware Engineering – Device design, testing, and localisation.
- Supply Chain & Ops – Vendor management and logistics.
- Retail & Channel Partnerships – Distribution and sales enablement.
Internal Functions
What it is – Corporate and enabling teams that support Google’s global operations. India‑based roles include:
- People Operations (HR) – Talent acquisition, L&D, and employee engagement.
- Finance & Legal – Compliance, contracts, and budgeting.
- IT & Security – Infrastructure, cybersecurity, and enterprise tools.
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