Staff Software Engineer (AI/ML), Security/Privacy

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience in software development.
• 5 years of experience testing, and launching software products.
• 5 years of experience building software for data privacy or security (e.g., identity and access management).
• 3 years of experience with software design and architecture.

Nice to haves:

• Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role leading project teams and setting technical direction.
• 3 years of experience working in a complex, matrixed organization involving cross-functional, or cross-business projects.
• Technical experience in the cybersecurity domain, applying AI to malware analysis, threat hunting, or security operations.

What You'll be Doing:

• Define and drive the technical strategy, roadmap, and outlook for autonomous AI agents and platforms within the Security and Privacy (Threat Intelligence) domain.
• Architect and lead the development of next-generation, large-scale agentic infrastructure, ensuring robust safety, security, and performance boundaries.
• Mentor and grow mid-level and senior engineers, advocating high standards for code quality, design documentation, and system reliability.
• Influence strategic product and engineering decisions, bridging the gap between AI research and production-grade security applications.
• Act as a key technical anchor and multiplier, collaborating with executive leadership across Google Cloud Security and the wider Google ecosystem.

Perks and Benefits:

• Individual pay determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
• Salary range: €120,000 - €123,000 (EUR) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits
• Learn more about benefits at Google.