Senior Network Automation Engineer: AI-Driven Planning

Google; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 217,000; Full time

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Job summary

Google is seeking a Network Automation Engineer to scale its global network infrastructure by planning capacity and topology, and by transforming planning through AI and automation. The role emphasizes intention-based planning with AI agents to automate high-volume tasks and auto-validated Plans of Record (PORs).

You will join the AI and Infrastructure team delivering scalable AI-driven network solutions, with responsibilities across data analysis, tooling, and standards for automation in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, Engineering, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• 6 years of experience with network routing protocols, design, and troubleshooting with network equipment providers.
• Experience in one or more programming languages such as C++, Go, or Python.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement AI agents and automation scripts (primarily using Python) to transform network planning processes, including demand translation, topology generation, and L3-L1 mapping, leading the shift to intention-based planning.
• Build, test, and integrate modular, reusable 'Agentic Skills' into the network planning pipeline to generate auto-validated Plans of Record (PORs), enhance efficiency, and minimize manual intervention, bypassing legacy UI limitations.
• Analyze network planning workflows to identify automation opportunities. Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders to define automation requirements, ensure seamless integration of new tools and processes, and proactively resolve technical obstacles.
• Provide technical leadership and expertise in network automation, AI application in networking, data analysis, and software development best practices.
• Drive the adoption of innovative solutions and contribute to the technical strategy and roadmap for network planning automation.

Skills

C++

Go

Python

Network routing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

Google is seeking a Network Automation Engineer to scale its global network infrastructure by planning capacity and topology, and by transforming planning through AI and automation. The role emphasizes intention-based planning with AI agents to automate high-volume tasks and auto-validated Plans of Record (PORs).

You will join the AI and Infrastructure team delivering scalable AI-driven network solutions, with responsibilities across data analysis, tooling, and standards for automation in