Staff Software Engineer, Mobile iOS

Staff Software Engineer, Mobile iOS Overview

This role sits within Google’s Health Platforms and Devices organisation, where the team creates products and services designed to help people live healthier, longer lives. The work combines Google’s technology and AI capabilities with health behaviour science and user-centred design to help users collect and organise wellness information, understand what it means, and take meaningful action toward their health goals. The team works across apps, services, and health wearables, with a goal of making consumer health more personal, proactive, and useful.

As a staff-level mobile engineer focused on iOS, you will contribute to a specific project that is important to Google’s business needs, while also having the flexibility to move between teams and projects as priorities change. The role calls for someone who can handle ambiguity, make sound decisions, influence others, and bring deep technical expertise to complex problems. Google is looking for engineers who are adaptable, comfortable working across the full stack when needed, and ready to take on new challenges as the company grows and evolves.

What you will do

• Build and support mobile applications and related software systems that operate at high volume, including creating prototypes to test new ideas quickly.
• Take ownership of the architecture and design of important mobile features and components, making sure the solutions can scale and remain maintainable over time.
• Develop unit tests and integration tests, and follow established mobile architecture principles to maintain strong software quality.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and mentorship to junior engineers both within the immediate team and across the wider organisation.
• Partner with colleagues from other functions to deliver new products and features, while keeping work aligned with project priorities and deadlines.

What Google is looking for

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 8 years of professional software development experience.
• At least 5 years of experience testing software and taking products through launch.
• At least 5 years of hands-on iOS application development experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in software design and architecture.
• Demonstrated ability to own outcomes, make decisions, solve ambiguous problems, and influence stakeholders, backed by strong expertise in the relevant domain.
• Preferred: a master’s degree or PhD in engineering, computer science, or another related technical field.
• Preferred: 8 years of experience working with data structures and algorithms.
• Preferred: 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role, including leading project teams and setting technical direction.
• Preferred: 3 years of experience working in a complex matrixed organisation on cross-functional or cross-business initiatives.
• Preferred: knowledge of AI systems and tools, including experience using AI tools to improve personal productivity.
• Ability to work in English, which Google says is required for all roles unless the posting explicitly says otherwise.

Additional information

Google explains that software engineers may work on one focused project at a time, but can also move across teams and projects as the business changes. The company emphasises versatility, leadership, and enthusiasm for tackling new problems across the full stack. Applicants should also be aware that Google does not accept agency resumes and will not pay fees for unsolicited submissions.

Google also states that equity grants, when offered, are discretionary and handled by Alphabet Inc. under the relevant stock plan and grant agreement. Such grants are not guaranteed, are subject to approval, and do not affect statutory payments or create an acquired right based on past awards.

Applicants who need workplace adjustments can request accommodation through Google’s applicant accommodations process. Google also notes that information collected through a Google Careers profile and any submitted application is handled under its Applicant and Candidate Privacy Policy.

Google presents itself as an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and says it is committed to building a workforce that reflects the users it serves. The company says it supports a culture of belonging and provides equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, including breastfeeding, as well as for expecting parents or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, and other legally protected characteristics.

Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s

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