Technical Solutions Consultant, Android Connectivity and Communication Platforms

Google; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 152,000 - 221,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

401(k) with company match

20 days PTO per year

Sick time 40 hours/year

Maternity leave 28-30 weeks

Baby bonding leave 18 weeks

13 paid holidays

Job summary

Google is seeking a Technical Solutions Consultant to support rapid growth in mobile connectivity and cross‑platform success. You will partner with carriers, aggregators, and developers to drive RBM adoption and ensure interoperability across devices.

You will lead technical dimensions of OEM partnerships, guide integrations, and translate requirements to deliver tailored messaging solutions. Occasional travel to partner sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 5 years of experience troubleshooting technical issues for internal/external partners or customers.
• Experience in system design and writing code (e.g., Java, C++, Python).

Responsibilities

• Drive technical dimensions of major OEM partnerships, overseeing product launches, interoperability testing, and feature alignment.
• Coordinate internal and external teams to ensure seamless integration of messaging and video interoperability.
• Guide partners through complex integrations, troubleshoot network and application layer issues, and deliver solutions that enhance cross‑platform functionality.
• Bridge external partners and internal Engineering, Product, Operations, and Business Development teams; translate requirements to tailored solutions.
• Travel to partner sites to cultivate relationships and provide support.

Skills

Java

C++

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

HTTP

TCP/IP

HTML

JavaScript

Unix/Linux

Job description

In accordance with Washington state law, we are highlighting our comprehensive benefits package, which is available to all eligible US based employees. Benefits for this role include:

• Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment
• Sick Time: 40 hours/year (increased to 69 hours/year for Seattle) including 5 discretionary sick days per instance
• Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks
• Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
• Holidays: 13 paid days per year

Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: San Jose, CA, USA; Kirkland, WA, USA.

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 5 years of experience troubleshooting technical issues for internal/external partners or customers.
• Experience in system design and writing code (e.g., Java, C++, Python).

Preferred qualifications

• 5 years of experience in either software engineering, product management, engineering program management, technical account management, sales engineering or a related field.
• Experience in internet technologies such as HTTP, TCP/IP, HTML, JavaScript, or Unix/Linux.
• Experience with mobile technology solutions/applications.
• Experience with telephony, RCS, IP Messaging protocols, business messaging.
• Excellent project management, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

About the job

As a Technical Solutions Consultant, you will play a critical role in supporting the rapid growth and adoption of mobile connectivity and communication technologies. You will establish, nurture, and expand technical partnerships and alliances with key ecosystem partners—carriers, aggregators, businesses, to ensure overall Android and cross-platform success. Through your technical domain expertise and partnership management skills, you will help ensure global users have access to advanced connectivity and communication features regardless of the device or platform they use. You will bridge the gap between carrier infrastructure and the developer ecosystem, particularly by driving the adoption of Rich Business Messaging (RBM). Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $152000 - $221000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

Responsibilities

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• Drive technical dimensions of major OEM partnerships, overseeing product launches, interoperability testing, and feature alignment. Coordinate internal and external teams to ensure seamless integration of messaging and video interoperability.
• Serve as the primary subject matter expert for messaging and video protocols. Guide partners through complex integrations, troubleshoot network and application layer issues, and deliver solutions that enhance cross-platform functionality.
• Bridge external partners and internal Engineering, Product, Operations, and Business Development teams. Translate technical requirements to develop tailored solutions that meet partner needs and advance core objectives.
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on key performance indicators. Share the data with stakeholders to track progress and drive continuous improvement.
• Travel to partner sites to cultivate relationships, understand technical requirements, and provide support.

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