Staff Software Engineer, SiteKit | Staff Software Engineer, SiteKit - Google Careers

Google

Zürich, ZH, Switzerland
Published Dec 3, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

The Staff Software Engineer will serve as the engineering leader for the SiteKit product within Google Search, a critical component impacting billions of users globally. This highly influential role involves collaborating with cross-functional partners and extended workforce engineers to define and develop the future architecture of SiteKit. A key focus will be integrating AI trends into the product to provide site owners with advanced tools for performance monitoring and advancement. The successful candidate must possess deep expertise in software development, architecture, and Content Management System (CMS) ecosystems, including platforms like WordPress. This position offers the chance to solve complex engineering challenges at massive scale, understand the dynamics of the Web Ecosystem, and align product development across major Google areas like Search and Ads, making a significant impact on the global web experience.

Required Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. Master's degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field preferred.

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.
  • 2 years of experience working with Content Management System (CMS) ecosystems, including participation in core development or managing websites on a CMS platform.
  • Professional experience in a technical leadership role (Preferred).

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Act as the engineering leader of the SiteKit product and technical bridge between the SiteKit team and the wider Google engineering realm. Must follow AI trends and understand the dynamics of the Web Ecosystem, including the needs of small creators and opportunities through platforms like WordPress.