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Google • San Jose, CA, USA
Google is seeking a Principal Engineer for RCS for Business to lead technical innovation in messaging systems. You'll work with mobile and messaging technologies, requiring 15 years of engineering experience and strong leadership skills.
You have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience, along with 15 years of experience in engineering. Your background includes significant experience with mobile, voice, and messaging networks, as well as systems engineering or operations. You excel at communicating and translating technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring clarity and understanding across teams.
In your previous roles, you've held a technical leadership position for at least 7 years, where you were responsible for multiple technical areas and setting the technical direction for your team. You have a proven track record of rapidly scaling platforms and teams, and you understand the intricacies of building enterprise products and fostering a developer ecosystem. Your experience with carrier-based messaging technologies and products, particularly in SMS, MMS, RCS, RBM, and messaging security, sets you apart as a recognized technical subject matter expert.
You thrive in environments where you can manage multiple complex assignments simultaneously, working effectively with geographically dispersed, cross-functional teams. Your ability to instill a culture of technical excellence and build trust both internally and externally is a testament to your leadership style, characterized by humility and empathy.
Experience in the mobile industry's ecosystem, products, and services is a plus, especially with a focus on conversational commerce powered by RCS Messaging. You are passionate about creating immersive experiences with interactive, rich media messages that engage customers directly in their native messaging apps on both Android and iOS devices.
As a Principal Engineer at Google, you will lead the RCS for Business team, driving technical innovation and excellence in messaging systems. Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and enhance messaging technologies that transform customer interactions. You will be responsible for setting the technical direction and ensuring that the team meets its goals while maintaining high standards of quality and performance.
You will work closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to create solutions that inspire confidence and engage customers. Your expertise will guide the development of enterprise products that leverage messaging technologies, ensuring they are secure, scalable, and user-friendly. You will also represent the product both internally and externally, showcasing its capabilities and benefits to partners and clients.
In this role, you will mentor and guide team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. You will be instrumental in building relationships with external partners, leveraging your technical expertise to enhance collaboration and drive success. Your ability to manage complex projects and navigate challenges will be key to your success in this position.
At Google, we offer a dynamic work environment where innovation thrives. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies that impact millions of users worldwide. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in shaping the future of messaging and communications technology.
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