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: $126000 - $180000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
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Plan and execute long-haul optical system turn-ups, complex path generation, physical infrastructure changes, and project sequencing for capacity updates.
Partner cross-functionally on major program network designs and shape goals for network delivery.
Manage network inventory systems, oversee vendor efficiency, and create metrics to track productivity.
Develop engineering standards, best practices, and training materials.
Drive requirements for new automation tools and serve as a technical expert for new product introductions.
Minimum qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering or Telecom Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
3 years of experience in DWDM, TCP/IP or system design operations methodology.
Experience working with field operation technicians, engineers, contractors, or vendors in a telecommunications environment.
Ability to communicate in English fluently to support client relationship management in this region.
Preferred qualifications
5 years of experience with deploying optical line systems in data centers, huts and colocation facilities managed by third-party vendors.
Experience in one or more of the following disciplines: Layer 1 optical transmissions systems, layer 3 routing TCP/IP, wireless networking, network design, or operations.
Detailed knowledge of fiber types and their application; physical fiber characteristics; and standard testing tools (OSA, BERT, OTDR).
Advanced troubleshooting of DWDM and Routing systems, proficiency in DWDM and Routing topology and architecture.
In depth understanding of networking and fundamentals of network troubleshooting at Layer1 and Layer 3.
Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering or Telecom Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
3 years of experience in DWDM, TCP/IP or system design operations methodology.
Experience working with field operation technicians, engineers, contractors, or vendors in a telecommunications environment.
Ability to communicate in English fluently to support client relationship management in this region.
