Staff Software Engineer, DeepMind

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.

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.

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.

• 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.