Software Engineer III, Google Play, Promotion Platform

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.

The Google Store is the online and retail destination for the latest Google hardware and services. Our team is dedicated to creating an exceptional e-commerce experience that extends beyond the initial purchase. We are a fast-paced, close-knit team with all functions. You will have opportunities to make a huge impact on the user experience and Google Hardware business.

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.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $147000 - $211000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

• Design and build scalable, reliable backend services for the Google Store promotion engine within a micro-services architecture.
• Develop and optimize trade-in workflows and end-user-facing features to ensure a frictionless purchase journey.
• Build and maintain comprehensive marketing and operational tools to support promotion management and internal workflows.
• Design and implement AI-powered chatbot solutions to provide automated, high-quality customer support.
• Work closely with Product Managers, UX Designers, and Data Analysts to define requirements and deliver impactful shopping experiences.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
  
• 2 years of experience with software development in Java.
• Experience with micro-services architectures and API development.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical fields.
  
• 2 years of experience with data structures and algorithms.
• Experience developing accessible technologies.