Network Implementation Engineer

Google Inc.; Thornton (CO); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Google Thornton, CO is seeking an Early career Network Engineer to deploy, maintain, and scale private data networks worldwide. You will monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate capacity expansions with cross-functional teams.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and about 2 years of experience in DWDM/coherent optical systems, TCP/IP routing, WAN/MPLS, and LAN deployment, plus coordination with field technicians and vendors. Hybrid work may be supported.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or related occupation.
• 2 years of experience in DWDM/coherent optical design and troubleshooting; TCP/IP routing and switching or IP networking system design; WAN/MPLS deployment and troubleshooting; LAN deployment; coordination with field operation technicians, contractors and vendors in telecom.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, maintain, and operate private data networks at scale.
• Monitor network performance, triage issues, coordinate repairs with teams.
• Apply design standards to plan capacity migrations and infrastructure additions.
• Maintain comprehensive network docs including diagrams and operational plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and direct vendor resources on tactical tasks.

Skills

DWDM design

TCP/IP networking

WAN/MPLS operations

LAN deployment

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Network Engineering or related field

Job description

Google Thornton, CO, USA

Early

Experience completing work as directed, and collaborating with teammates; developing knowledge of relevant concepts and processes.

X The application window will be open until at least August 10, 2026. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date.

• Bachelor’s degree in Network Engineering, Computer Networking, Telecommunications, Project Management, Operations Management, or a related field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or in a Network Implementation Engineering-related occupation.
• Position requires 2 years of experience in the following: Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) or Coherent Optical system design and troubleshooting; TCP/IP routing and switching or IP networking system design for network installation and troubleshooting; Wide Area Network (WAN) or MPLS protocol operations for deployment and troubleshooting; Local Area Network (LAN) deployment and troubleshooting; and Coordination with field operation technicians, contractors, and vendors in a telecommunications environment.

About the job

Google Cloud accelerates every organization’s ability to digitally transform its business and industry. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google’s cutting-edge technology, and tools that help developers build more sustainably. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $105,000 - $149,000 + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Learn more about benefits at Google .

Position reports to the Google Thornton, CO office & may allow for a hybrid schedule as per Google policy.

Responsibilities

• Execute the deployment, maintenance, and scalable operation of private data networks worldwide.
• Monitor network performance to anticipate needs, triage issues, and orchestrate repairs with appropriate teams.
• Utilize established design standards to plan for capacity migrations and infrastructure additions.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate network documentation, including diagrams, designs, and operational plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop cost-effective solutions and adopt new technologies. Direct temporary vendor resources and complete tactical operational tasks as assigned by team leadership.

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