About the job

Google is proud to boast a network that provides service to millions of Internet users around the world. The Network Engineering team is responsible for operating that network reliably and at scale. As a member of the team, you have a direct impact on design and feature enhancements to keep our systems running smoothly. You also ensure that network operations are safe and efficient by monitoring network performance, coordinating planned maintenance, adjusting hardware components and responding to network connectivity issues. Google's complex network generates a constant stream of challenges which require you to continually be innovative with an evolving set of technologies. Keeping the network reliable ensures that our users stay connected with our suite of applications, products and services.

The AI and Infrastructure team is redefining what’s possible. We empower Google customers with breakthrough capabilities and insights by delivering AI and Infrastructure at unparalleled scale, efficiency, reliability and velocity. Our customers include Googlers, Google Cloud customers, and billions of Google users worldwide.

We're the driving force behind Google's groundbreaking innovations, empowering the development of our cutting-edge AI models, delivering unparalleled computing power to global services, and providing the essential platforms that enable developers to build the future. From software to hardware our teams are shaping the future of world-leading hyperscale computing, with key teams working on the development of our TPUs, Vertex AI for Google Cloud, Google Global Networking, Data Center operations, systems research, and much more.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $183,000-$271,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

• Create workflow, network monitoring or troubleshooting automation to improve the network.

• Debug complex issues and root cause incidents impacting the network and customers.

• Develop and help debug and mitigate risk profiles for network health and lead improvements in documentation, playbooks, and training for support organizations.

• Work with network design, deployment, and engineering teams to operationalize stable, scalable platforms.

• Create prototypes for problem solutions and extend software tools where required to minimize downtime of Google's networks.

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• 10 years of experience with network routing protocols, design, and troubleshooting, working with network equipment providers.

• 6 years of experience in Internet Protocol (IP) network Infrastructures and protocols.

• Experience in coding using Python in a networking environment.

Preferred qualifications

• Certifications in Cisco Certified Internet work Expert/Cisco Certified Design Expert/Juniper Networks Certified Internet Expert (CCIE/CCDE/JNCIE) or equivalent experience.