Software Engineer Manager – Search Platforms
Lead engineering teams building and scaling Google's Search Platforms in Bengaluru. Drive technical strategy, mentor engineers, and deliver high-impact search infrastructure.
About the role
This role is an opportunity to lead software engineering efforts within the Search Platforms organisation, focusing on the systems and infrastructure that power Google Search. The position calls for a technically strong manager who can guide teams through complex, large-scale engineering challenges.
As a Software Engineer Manager, the selected candidate will be responsible for setting technical direction, overseeing project execution, and ensuring engineering excellence across the team. This includes collaborating closely with cross-functional stakeholders to align platform development with broader Search objectives.
- Manage and mentor a team of software engineers, supporting their professional growth and performance
- Define and drive the technical roadmap for Search Platform components
- Oversee design, development, and delivery of scalable, reliable systems
- Partner with product, research, and infrastructure teams to solve high-impact problems
The role is based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, and sits within the Search division. Candidates with a strong background in large-scale distributed systems and prior people-management experience are well-suited for this position.