
Staff Software Engineer, DeepMind
Mountain View, CAJob$207–300K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago
Most applications go out cold — see where you stand first. No sign-up to start.
Watch jobs like this. New roles like this one near Mountain View, CA, by email.
Don't just apply. Show up ready.
Olive works from this exact posting.
At a glance
Olive lists jobs from US employers, including remote roles you can work from the United States.
Job overview
The Staff Software Engineer will work with Google DeepMind’s AI agents and research teams on systems for measuring prototype intelligence. The role includes building agent-testing systems, test problems in physics simulators, visualizations, leaderboards, and robot algorithm tests. The posting also describes leading Gemini Web architecture and migration, improving frontend development workflows, owning client-side observability and performance, and building reusable infrastructure for key product surfaces.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Full job description
Staff Software Engineer, DeepMind
Share Staff Software Engineer, DeepMind
corporate_fare DeepMind place Mountain View, CA, USA; New York, NY, USA
Share Staff Software Engineer, DeepMind
info_outline
XNote: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Mountain View, CA, USA; New York, NY, USA .
Minimum qualifications:
-
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
-
8 years of experience in software development.
-
5 years of experience testing, and launching software products.
-
3 years of experience with software design and architecture.
Preferred qualifications:
-
Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
-
8 years of experience with data structures and algorithms.
-
3 years of experience working in a complex, matrixed organization involving cross-functional, or cross-business projects.
-
3 years of experience in a technical leadership role leading project teams and setting technical direction.
About the job
At Google DeepMind our mission is to build the world's first general-purpose learning agent. Central to this mission is the complex task of measuring the intelligence of our prototypes. As a Software Engineer, you will be working with the cutting edge AI agents developed by our exceptional team of Machine Learning and Neuroscience research scientists. Your responsibilities will include everything from creating systems for agent testing using 2D and 3D games to developing test problems within physics simulators. You will create graphical visualization of results, build competitive agent leaderboards and test new algorithms on robots. To succeed in this role you will need to have a strong foundation in software engineering and enjoy working on a wide range of challenging problems within a mission-driven team.
Artificial intelligence will be one of humanity’s most transformative inventions. At Google DeepMind, we are a pioneering AI lab with exceptional interdisciplinary teams focused on advancing AI development to solve complex global challenges and accelerate high-quality product innovation for billions of users. We use our technologies for widespread public benefit and scientific discovery, ensuring safety and ethics are always our highest priority.
We are pushing the boundaries across multiple domains. Our global teams offer diverse learning opportunities and varied career pathways for those driven to achieve exceptional results through collective effort.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $207000 - $300000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits
Learn more aboutbenefits at Google (https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/benefits/) .
Responsibilities
-
Lead the end-to-end architectural roadmap for Gemini Web, steering the technical design and execution of our progressive migration from Angular to React, TypeScript, and Node.js.
-
Pioneer modern frontend ergonomics across GeminiApp. Build intuitive migration bridges, codemods, fast local feedback loops (fast builds, HMR, testing harnesses), and reusable boilerplate that make migrating to and building in React a seamless experience for feature teams.
-
Own the client-side observability and performance posture. Implement advanced instrumentation, real-time telemetry, and rigorous optimization strategies across Core Web Vitals, streaming token latency, asset delivery, and client memory.
-
Architect robust, reusable primitives and infrastructure for mission-critical surfaces—including Web Search, Library/History, State & Session management, and the Gemini Web Design System.
Information collected and processed as part of your Google Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Google'sApplicant and Candidate Privacy Policy (./privacy-policy) .
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See alsoGoogle's EEO Policy (https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/eeo/) ,Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal (https://careers.google.com/jobs/dist/legal/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) ,Belonging at Google (https://about.google/belonging/) , andHow we hire (https://careers.google.com/how-we-hire/) .
If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing ourAccommodations for Applicants form (https://goo.gl/forms/aBt6Pu71i1kzpLHe2) .
Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.
To all recruitment agencies: Google does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Google employees, or any other organization location. Google is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Equity is granted exclusively and discretionarily by Alphabet Inc. on the basis of an agreement concluded between you and Alphabet Inc. Alphabet Inc. is your sole contractual partner with respect to equity grants. GSU grants are not guaranteed, are discretionary, are subject to approval by the Alphabet Inc. board of directors or its delegate, the terms of the relevant Alphabet Inc. stock plan, and your grant agreement. They have no impact on statutory payments. Current or past grants do not confer an acquired right.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also https://careers.google.com/eeo/ and https://careers.google.com/jobs/dist/legal/OFCCP_EEO_Post.pdf If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form: https://goo.gl/forms/aBt6Pu71i1kzpLHe2.
Similar jobs, posted recently
Open roles like this one, listed in the last 30 days.
Staff Software Engineer - VirtualizationGeneral Motors · Milford, MI (Hybrid) · $171–289K/yrPosted 4 days agoPosted 4 days ago
Staff Software Engineer – AI PlatformGeneral Motors · Mountain View, CA (Hybrid) · $189–333K/yrPosted 3w agoPosted 3w agoStaff Software Engineer, StorageCrusoe · Sunnyvale, CA · $195–245K/yrPosted 1w agoPosted 1w ago
Staff Software Engineer, TLM, Quantitative EvaluationsWaymo · Mountain View, CA (Hybrid) · $251–310K/yrPosted 2w agoPosted 2w agoSenior Staff Software Engineer, StorageCrusoe · Sunnyvale, CA · up to $290K/yrPosted 1w agoPosted 1w ago
You've read the whole posting — now see how you match it.