Google's network provides services to millions of Internet users around the world. Our metros are on the edge of our network where Google connects to its users. The Network Team is responsible for operating that network reliably and at scale. Our team owns the full life cycle of all space, power, and network assets in all of Google’s data centers and metro points of presence globally. From the foundation, we are involved from site acquisition to construction and are accountable for what space and power is delivered. We're involved in every facet of network delivery from architecture and design to installation, configuration, activation, and commissioning.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $104000 - $148000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
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Oversee and perform QA of installation technicians for the rack, stack, and installation of networking equipment.
Commission and test routers, optical transport equipment, and other network devices in new and existing network nodes across Google's global network.
Generate implementation plans and provide technical leadership and guidance during deployment activities.
Work closely with project management, network engineering and rest of the engineering team to identify in advance potential problems in network installations, including in the areas of facility power (AC/DC), cooling, security/access, rack layout and cable management.
Own network documentation, updating and maintaining network drawings and plans.
Minimum qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering, Telecommunications, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
2 years of experience in carrier-class environments, including Layer 1 physical infrastructure (DWDM, AC/DC power, OSP/ISP) and Layer 2/3 networking (TCP/IP, routing).
Experience interpreting and validating deployment packages (including orders and construction specs) to verify design accuracy and escalating discrepancies to engineering partners before installation.
Preferred qualifications
Experience identifying recurring errors in deployment packages or specifications and driving feedback loops to improve design accuracy and operational efficiency.
- Experience with network troubleshooting and testing tools.
- Basic Linux experience (e.g., run commands, move directories).
Experience with network automation tools, scripting, or SQL to query databases and track deployment consistency.
Ability to lead technical projects and coordinate with third-party vendors and field technicians to ensure deployment timelines are met.
Ability to oversee and troubleshoot complex field deployments alongside third-party party vendors and data technicians.
Ability to travel up to 50% of time during peak, as needed.
Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering, Telecommunications, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
2 years of experience in carrier-class environments, including Layer 1 physical infrastructure (DWDM, AC/DC power, OSP/ISP) and Layer 2/3 networking (TCP/IP, routing).
Experience interpreting and validating deployment packages (including orders and construction specs) to verify design accuracy and escalating discrepancies to engineering partners before installation.
