Staff Software Engineer, DeepMind

Google•Mountain View, CA

10d•$207,000 - $300,000

About The Position

As a Staff Software Engineer at Google DeepMind, you will work with AI agents developed by machine learning and neuroscience research scientists, building systems and tools to evaluate their intelligence. The work described includes systems for agent testing with 2D and 3D games, test problems in physics simulators, graphical visualization of results, competitive agent leaderboards, and testing algorithms on robots. The role calls for a strong software engineering foundation and an interest in tackling a wide range of challenging problems within a mission-driven team. The posting also describes leading the technical roadmap for Gemini Web, including a progressive migration from Angular to React, TypeScript, and Node.js. You will improve frontend development ergonomics, observability, and performance, and build reusable infrastructure for key Gemini Web surfaces. Google DeepMind is an interdisciplinary AI lab focused on advancing AI to address complex global challenges and support product innovation, with safety and ethics as priorities. US compensation is listed as $207,000–$300,000, plus a 20% bonus target, equity, and benefits. Individual pay depends on factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end architectural roadmap for Gemini Web and steer the technical design and execution of its migration from Angular to React, TypeScript, and Node.js.
Develop frontend migration bridges, codemods, fast local feedback loops, testing harnesses, and reusable boilerplate to support feature teams building in React.
Own client-side observability and performance, including instrumentation, real-time telemetry, and optimization of Core Web Vitals, streaming token latency, asset delivery, and client memory.
Architect reusable primitives and infrastructure for Web Search, Library/History, State & Session management, and the Gemini Web Design System.
Create systems for testing AI agents using 2D and 3D games and develop test problems within physics simulators.
Create graphical visualizations of results, build agent leaderboards, and test new algorithms on robots.