Software Engineering Manager II, Android, Pixel Retention
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Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent practical experience.
- 8 years of experience in software development with one or more programming languages, such as Java, Kotlin, etc.
- Experience with Android Application development, full-stack development for Android applications supported by server back-ends.
- 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role.
- 2 years of experience in a people management or team leadership role.
Preferred qualifications:
- Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or a related technical field.
- Experience integrating solutions into workflows or products.
- Experience managing a global-team across multiple time-zones.
- Proven track record of strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration.
- Proven expertise in the following domains: Android application development, data analysis, Kotlin language, and other devices or models.
About the job
Like Google's own ambitions, the work of a Software Engineer (SWE) goes way beyond just Search. SWE Managers have not only the technical expertise to take on and provide technical leadership to major projects, but also manage a team of engineers. You not only optimize your own code but make sure engineers are able to optimize theirs. As a SWE Manager you manage your project goals, contribute to product strategy and help develop your team. SWE teams work all across the company, in areas such as information retrieval, natural language processing, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking, security, data compression, user interface design; the list goes on and is growing every day. Operating with scale and speed, our exceptional software engineers are just getting started -- and as a manager, you guide the way.Pixel Retention is a dynamic team dedicated to creating an enduring experience for Google Pixel users. The mission is to showcase unique features, empowering users to confidently make the most of their devices and directly driving long-term retention. We build software supporting the entire Pixel lifecycle from onboarding to upgrading. By leveraging technologies for personalized recommendations and partnering cross-functionally across Google, we ensure a seamless user journey.The Google Pixel team focuses on designing and delivering the world's most helpful mobile experience. The team works on shaping the future of Pixel devices and services through some of the most advanced designs, techniques, products, and experiences in consumer electronics. This includes bringing together the best of Google’s software and hardware to build global smartphones and create transformative experiences for users across the world.
Responsibilities
- Mentor, coach, and manage a team of software engineers on the Pixel Retention team, setting clear expectations, prioritizing tasks, and supporting their career development.
- Define the year-over-year strategy and mid-term technical goal for the Pixel Retention App, contributing to high-level architecture and ensuring solid technical design choices across the team.
- Build and grow relationships with Product, User Experience (UX), and Google Store organizations. Align roadmaps and processes to ensure smooth development and high productivity.
- Vet system designs, solve ambiguous technical problems, and ensure engineering excellence through rigorous design and code reviews for Android applications and supporting server back-ends.
- Identify opportunities to use device or model to optimize the team's workflows and drive global collaboration across multiple time zones.
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