- Company: Google
- Location: Seattle, Washington
- Salary: Pay not listed
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Senior Director of Engineering, GCE Core Virtualization at Google in <emSeattle, Washington
Position Summary
The Senior Director of Engineering for Google Compute Engine (GCE) Core Virtualization is responsible for leading a team that develops and maintains core virtualization technologies. This role involves strategic planning, technical oversight, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products and services.
Core Duties
- Lead the development of GCE's core virtualization technologies, ensuring they meet performance, reliability, and security standards.
- Collaborate with product management, operations, and other engineering teams to define and prioritize technical roadmaps.
- Mentor and develop a high-performing team of engineers, setting clear goals and providing regular feedback.
- Ensure alignment with Google's broader engineering strategies and initiatives.
Skills & Qualifications
- Proven experience in leading large-scale virtualization projects or similar technical roles.
- Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams and drive complex projects from inception to completion.
- Strong understanding of cloud computing, virtualization technologies, and containerization.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
About Google
Google is a global technology leader committed to innovation and excellence. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as retirement benefits through our 401(k) plan with company match. We also offer paid time off, totaling 20 days per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period.
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National unemployment rate in US: 4.2% — via World Bank
Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.1% — via FRED
National quits rate: 1.9% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
Weekly initial unemployment claims: 197,000 — via FRED
GDP per capita in US: $90,027 — via World Bank
Consumer price inflation in US: 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank
Real GDP growth in US: 2.2% (annual) — via World Bank
Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800 — via OECD
Cost of living in Washington: 7.0% above the national average — via BEA
Minimum wage in Washington: $17.13/hr — via FRED
Real GDP per capita in Washington: $89,679 — via FRED
Home prices in Washington (year over year): +1.7% — via FRED
Median household income in King County: $122,148 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Average commute time in King County: 28 min — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Most common commute in King County: Drove Alone (50%) — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Households with home internet in King County: 95% — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Nearby history: Arctic Building, listed 1978 (130m away) — via National Register of Historic Places
Typical climate: average high 60°F / low 44°F year-round (summers around 74°F, winters around 35°F) — via NOAA 1991-2020 Normals
Walkability: Most walkable — via EPA National Walkability Index
Typical rent nearby: $2,146/mo · $2,501/mo — via HUD Fair Market Rents
- Elevation 46m (151 ft)
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- Role Senior Director of Engineering, GCE Core Virtualization
- Employer Google
- Location Seattle, Washington
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) Pay not listed
- Posted August 1, 2026
- Apply by September 2, 2026
- Country United States
- Overview Full job description on this page (247 words)
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