About Google

Google is not a conventional company, and we don’t intend to become one. True, we share attributes with the world’s most successful organizations – a focus on innovation and smart business practices comes to mind – but even as we continue to grow, we’re committed to retaining a small-company feel. At Google, we know that every employee has something important to say, and that every employee is integral to our success. We provide individually-tailored compensation packages that can be comprised of competitive salary, bonus, and equity components, along with the opportunity to earn further financial bonuses and rewards. Other benefits of being a Googler include generous nutrition (free lunch/dinner) and fitness benefits, excellent medical and health packages, generous annual leave allowances as well as policies to ensure you can take time off without hassle in times of need. Find out more about life at Google.

Never judge a search engine by its interface. Behind that simple search window is one of the most complex technology infrastructures in the world. And it’s run by an equally diverse group of people. At Google, we don’t just accept difference – we thrive on it. We celebrate it. And we support it, for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. Just as the very idea of Google depends on diversity, so does delivering the best possible products. Our success hinges on our ability to understand the needs of all 597 million of our users. That’s why we work hard to attract and hire talented individuals of every possible perspective, from all over the world. No matter how you slice it, diversity is our DNA. At the end of the day, it’s Googlers who make Google one of Fortune magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For.” Find out what makes working here the best place to work.

The role

You will be expected to have a solid computer science background with coding skills in Java or C++ and analytical problem-solving ability to qualify for this new graduate position, based in Zurich, Switzerland.

Google’s software engineers develop the next-generation technologies for which we’ve become world-renowned. In addition to revolutionising 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.

Software Engineers have a passion for solving complex and interesting problems. Google is much more than search, and our mission has much greater scope. To handle information at the scale of the web requires ideas from just about every area of computer science, including information retrieval, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking, security, data compression, user interface design, etc.

The requirements

• BSc, MSc, or PhD in Computer Science or related technical discipline preferred.
• Large systems software design and development experience, with extensive knowledge of Unix/Linux.
• A solid foundation in computer science, with strong competencies in data structures, algorithms, and software design.
• Extensive programming experience in C/C++ and/or Java (strong OO skills preferred).
• Coding skills in Python or Javascript/AJAX, database design and SQL, and/or knowledge of TCP/IP and network programming are a plus.

How to apply?

To apply for any of the internship positions above, download and complete an application form and send with your CV to applications@employ-ability.org.uk.

Closing date: 15th November 2010

Should you wish to discuss any aspects of the recruitment process with EmployAbility or require the application form in an alternative format, please contact Justin Penney on +44 (0)7852 764 684 or email info@employ-ability.org.uk