Staff Network Engineer, Google Enterprise Network

Google Inc.; Austin, Thornton (TX, CO); On-site; USD 176,000 - 256,000; Full time

Job summary

Google Inc. is hiring a Staff Network Engineer for the Enterprise Network in Austin/Texas. The role focuses on leading end-to-end design, deployment, and optimization of secure internetworking across Google’s global enterprise footprint.

You will drive architecture, scale through automation, and serve as a Tier 3 SME with on-call rotation. The position requires deep networking expertise and programming skills in C++, Go, or Python, along with a BS in a related field or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10 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.
• Experience in networking technologies/protocols: VXLAN, BGP EVPN, MC-LAG, Encryption, key management, zone based network segmentation, multi-tenant environment.
• Experience with the enterprise Data Center network design and operations in a global environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design, development, and deployment of secure infrastructure solutions for Google's Enterprise Network, including comprehensive requirement analysis and the creation of engineering design documents.
• Scale network systems sustainably through advanced tools and automation, driving architectural changes that improve overall reliability, efficiency, and deployment velocity.
• Provide secure and dependable network services to internal customers, serving as a Tier 3 Subject Matter Expert (SME) and participating in a 24x7 on‑call rotation to ensure maximum network uptime.
• Collaborate across the business units to analyze technical requirements, implement new technologies, and proactively shape and develop network policy recommendations.
• Take ownership of multiple technical projects from inception to completion by coordinating engineering efforts, mentoring peer engineers, and driving cross‑training initiatives to achieve common goals.

Skills

C++

Go

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field

Tools

VXLAN

BGP EVPN

MC-LAG

Encryption

Key management

Zone-based segmentation

Multi-tenant environment

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• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10 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.
• Experience in networking technologies/protocols: VXLAN, BGP EVPN, MC-LAG, Encryption, key management, zone based network segmentation, multi-tenant environment.
• Experience with the enterprise Data Center network design and operations in a global environment.

Preferred qualifications:

• CCIE/CCDE/PCNSE certifications.
• Experience with planning and designing large scale networks (e.g., multiple sites, multiple products, etc.)
• Familiarity with leveraging AI tools to enable network feature development velocity and accelerate daily workflow.

About the job

Google is proud to boast a network that provides service to millions of Internet users around the world. The Network Engineering team is responsible for operating that network reliably and at scale. As a member of the team, you have a direct impact on design and feature enhancements to keep our systems running smoothly. You also ensure that network operations are safe and efficient by monitoring network performance, coordinating planned maintenance, adjusting hardware components and responding to network connectivity issues. Google's complex network generates a constant stream of challenges which require you to continually be innovative with an evolving set of technologies. Keeping the network reliable ensures that our users stay connected with our suite of applications, products and services.

About the job

Google is proud to boast a network that provides service to millions of Internet users around the world. The Network Engineering team is responsible for operating that network reliably and at scale. As a member of the team, you have a direct impact on design and feature enhancements to keep our systems running smoothly. You also ensure that network operations are safe and efficient by monitoring network performance, coordinating planned maintenance, adjusting hardware components and responding to network connectivity issues. Google's complex network generates a constant stream of challenges which require you to continually be innovative with an evolving set of technologies. Keeping the network reliable ensures that our users stay connected with our suite of applications, products and services.

The AI and Infrastructure team is redefining what’s possible. We empower Google customers with breakthrough capabilities and insights by delivering AI and Infrastructure at unparalleled scale, efficiency, reliability and velocity. Our customers include Googlers, Google Cloud customers, and billions of Google users worldwide.

We're the driving team behind Google's groundbreaking innovations, empowering the development of our cutting‑edge AI models, delivering unparalleled computing power to global services, and providing the essential platforms that enable developers to build the future. From software to hardware our teams are shaping the future of world‑leading hyperscale computing, with key teams working on the development of our TPUs, Vertex AI for Google Cloud, Google Global Networking, Data Center operations, systems research, and much more.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $176000 - $256000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits Learn more about benefits at Google .

• Lead the end-to-end design, development, and deployment of secure infrastructure solutions for Google's Enterprise Network, including comprehensive requirement analysis and the creation of engineering design documents.
• Scale network systems sustainably through advanced tools and automation, driving architectural changes that improve overall reliability, efficiency, and deployment velocity.
• Provide secure and dependable network services to internal customers, serving as a Tier 3 Subject Matter Expert (SME) and participating in a 24x7 on‑call rotation to ensure maximum network uptime.
• Collaborate across the business units to analyze technical requirements, implement new technologies, and proactively shape and develop network policy recommendations.
• Take ownership of multiple technical projects from inception to completion by coordinating engineering efforts, mentoring peer engineers, and driving cross‑training initiatives to achieve common goals.

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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