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  • Google
  • Houston, TX
  • Full-Time
  • 33 days ago
  • $213,100–$300,000
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Manager, Software Engineer, Site Reliability Engineering.

DevOps & Engineering Full-Time

Manager, Software Engineer, Site Reliability Engineering: our view in 3 lines...

  • The Role:This is a people management role for an experienced software engineer leading site reliability engineering for Google Cloud.
  • The Person:The person will lead engineers, manage on-call rotations, design software and automation for reliability, guide system architecture, oversee cross-team projects, and support hiring, training, and community development.
  • Requirements:The role requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Software Engineering, plus 6 to 8 years of experience in software development, distributed systems, systems architecture, team management, and process automation.

About the role

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or a related field and 8 years of progressive post-baccalaureate, experience in the job offered or in a Manager, Software Engineer, Site Reliability Engineering-related occupation.
  • Alternatively, will accept a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or a related field, and 6 years of experience in the job offered or in a Manager, Software Engineer, Site Reliability Engineering-related occupation.
  • Position requires 6 years of experience in the following: Software development in one or more programming languages or Code evaluation and software optimization; Design, analysis, and troubleshooting of distributed systems or Systems architecture optimization for testability, performance, and reliability; Team management and personnel development or Performance feedback and coaching; Conflict resolution for escalated issues or Partnership management with stakeholders and decision-makers; and Process automation and simplification design or Systems thinking for component interrelation analysis.

About the job:

Google Cloud accelerates every organization’s ability to digitally transform its business and industry. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google’s cutting-edge technology, and tools that help developers build more sustainably. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $213,100 - $300,000 + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Learn more about benefits at Google .

Position reports to the Google (Houston, TX) office & may allow for a hybrid schedule per Google policy.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead a team of engineers to maintain service uptime while managing global on-call rotations and evaluating technical contributions.
  • Design and deliver software that optimizes availability, scalability, and efficiency while building automation to prevent problem recurrence.
  • Develop and execute mid-term technical roadmaps that align with future infrastructure needs and prioritize engineering excellence.
  • Guide system architecture by vetting designs, breaking down complex problems, and assessing trade-offs to ensure coherent solutions.
  • Oversee cross-team engineering projects and improve operational practices to drive reliability, maintainability, and stakeholder alignment. Mentor team members and drive organizational growth through active participation in hiring, training, and community development initiatives. 
Published August 31, 2026
Location Houston, TX
Category DevOps & Engineering  
Job Type Full-Time