The role:

Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at massive scale and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software engineer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google's needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. We need our engineers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward. As a key member of a small and versatile team, you design, test, deploy and maintain software solutions.

Responsibilities:

- Research, conceive and develop software applications to extend and improve on Google's product offering.
- Contribute to a wide variety of projects utilizing natural language processing, artificial intelligence, data compression, machine learning and search technologies.
- Collaborate on scalability issues involving access to massive amounts of data and information.
- Work-in and support a productive and innovative team. This includes working with peers, managers, and cross-functional teams.

Minimum qualifications:

- Currently pursuing a BS, MS or PhD in Computer Science or related technical experience.
- Experience with one or more general-purpose programming languages including but not limited to: Java, C/C++, Python, JavaScript, or Go.
- Experience with Data Structures or Algorithms (i.e. completing a data structures or algorithms class, coursework, course projects, research, individual projects, internships, or other practical experience inside or outside of school or work, including open source hobby coding).

Preferred qualifications:

- Currently in your final year of study.
- Knowledge of Unix/Linux and APIs.
- Familiarity with TCP/IP and network programming.
- Work authorization in Australia.