# Principal Engineer, Migration and Modernization at Google

- Company: Google
- What the company does: Learn more about Google. Explore our innovative AI products and services, and how we. Backed by Kleiner Perkins.
- Company website: https://about.google/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: United States
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-09-24
- Apply by: 2026-11-08
- Apply: https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/jobs/results/116937431260766918-principal-engineer-migration-and-modernization
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/google-principal-engineer-migration-and-modernization/

## About the role

As a Principal Engineer, you will serve as the technical lead for the Database Migration and Modernization (M&M) portfolio. This is a senior systems-focused engineering role requiring deep expertise in database systems and cloud infrastructure. You will drive the technical direction across the M&M portfolio, ensuring Google remains at the forefront of database modernization.

## What they're looking for

- Master's degree in Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- 15 years of experience building database systems and delivering them in production
- 10 years of experience with data platforms, systems engineering, and cloud infrastructure