Global Network Program Lead

Google Inc.; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 240,000 - 333,000; Full time

Job summary

Google is seeking a leader for Server Operations to own outcomes within Google’s data centers. You will influence stakeholders, manage programs across cross-functional teams, and align infrastructure goals with business requirements.

Based in Reston, the role focuses on keeping servers and networks running at peak performance, collaborating with Site Reliability Engineering and data center partners to deliver scalable, reliable infrastructure for users worldwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10 years of experience in program management.
• 7 years of experience in leadership roles with/without direct reports.
• Experience leading technical programs in data centers or networking technologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Server Operations in Google’s data centers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on network architecture and data center processes.
• Develop relationships with internal customers and partner teams to understand business requirements and goals.
• Ensure servers, networks, and logistics are maintained smoothly and efficiently.

Skills

Outcomes ownership

Decision making

Stakeholder influence

Domain expertise

Program management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Job description

Advanced

Experience owning outcomes and decision making, solving ambiguous problems and influencing stakeholders;deep expertise in domain.

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X Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Atlanta, GA, USA; Sunnyvale, CA, USA; Reston, VA, USA.

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  
• 10 years of experience in program management.
  
• 7 years of experience in leadership roles with/without direct reports.
• Experience leading technical programs in data centers or networking technologies.

Preferred qualifications:

• 10 years of experience managing cross-functional/team projects.
  
• 10 years of experience in a formal technical program management role.
• 10 years of experience working in a technological field with rapid rates of technology change.
• 10 years of experience demonstrating capabilities to influence across a broad, cross-functional organization.
• Familiarity with network planning and engineering, including data center network engineering in complex environments.
• Strong knowledge of qualifications of network deployments, optical systems, and machine learning infrastructure.

About the job

The Server Operations team monitors the physical and network infrastructure behind Google’s technology and holds responsibility for keeping the servers, networks, and logistics processes in Google’s global fleet of data centers running smoothly and efficiently.

Google's projects, like our users, span the globe and require managers to keep the big picture in focus while being able to dive into the unique engineering challenges we face daily. As a member of Fleet Management at Google, you will develop relationships, both internally and externally, and connect with internal customers and partner teams to develop an understanding of their business requirements and goals.

Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and maintaining our data centers to building the next generation of Google platforms, we make Google's product portfolio possible. We're proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $240000 - $333000 (USD) + 25% bonus target + equity + benefits

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Site Reliability Engineering, Third-Party Data Centers) on network architecture and provide valuable feedback on the physical data center environment.

• Be a globally recognized technical leader and subject matter expert on data center networking infrastructure with knowledge of data center processes, infrastructure, design, construction, and safety.
• Develop a unified global network program process and prioritization to create agility to accommodate shift-left priority to enable an engaged advantage for Google.
• Ensure GSO is an asset across all Google-required network infrastructure, focusing on network capacity in support of the end customer.
• Enable network capability and acceleration in support of ML (Net GT, MLNDA, Vermilion, etc.) and next gen network deployment and maintenance.

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google's EEO Policy , Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal , Belonging at Google , and How we hire .

Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.

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