Software Engineer

This position is based in Tokyo, Japan.

The area: Software Engineering

Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies for which we've become world-renowned. In addition to revolutionizing search technology, we use our world-class programming skills to innovate in a number of other areas as well. Our projects include working on advanced information-retrieval algorithms, massive scalability and storage solutions, and large-scale applications that enrich the user experience. We also work extensively on networking systems, advertising systems and complex transaction systems in consumer applications.

The role: Software Engineer

Software Engineers design and write complex software systems for both internal and external use. Engineers are well-rounded developers who know how to create robust high-volume production applications, and can also develop prototypes quickly.

Responsibilities:

• Research, conceive and develop software applications to extend and improve on Google's product offering.
• Contribute to a wide variety of projects utilising 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.
• Solve all problems that come your way.

Requirements:

• BS degree (MS or PhD in computer science or equivalent preferred).
• Extensive experience programming in C++ and/or Java.
• Experience working in a Unix, Linux or Windows environment.
• Enthusiasm for solving interesting problems.
• Strong interest for working in the global environment (Excellent English skill is NOT required).