Global Network Program Lead

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

Job summary

Google is seeking a senior leader to oversee server operations and global data-center networking programs. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize network infrastructure across Google’s fleet of data centers, while balancing business requirements and engineering goals.

The role emphasizes leadership in data center networking, scalability, and cross-functional influence, with emphasis on delivering reliable, high-performance infrastructure at scale.

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

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on network architecture and provide feedback on the physical data center environment.
• Be a globally recognized technical leader and subject matter expert on data center networking infrastructure.
• Develop a unified global network program process and prioritization to create agility for shift-left priorities.
• 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 and next-gen network deployment and maintenance.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Data centers

Networking technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Job description

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.

Minimum 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.

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

Responsibilities

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• 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 workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.