Senior Director, Network Engineering, Global Network Operations
Senior Director, Network Engineering, Global Network Operations
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Minimum qualifications:
- 15 years of experience in networking/telecommunications.
- 15 years of experience in operations leadership.
- 15 years of technical experience with telecommunication networks, specifically including IP and optical technologies.
- Ability to travel up to 30% travel as required.
Preferred qualifications:
- MBA or Master's degree in technical field such as Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or similar.
- Experience with implementation.
- Understanding of statistical process control and process improvement.
About the job
Google’s Cloud & Technical Infrastructure teams are responsible for the global infrastructure that powers Google. We do everything from designing and building gigawatts of data centers and petabits of networks around the world, to designing and manufacturing the servers, AI accelerators, and optical switches which comprise our fleet, to developing the infrastructure software which runs on that fleet and underpins all Google’s multi-billion-user services and Cloud platforms.
Google’s infrastructure strategy enables data centers, and network that operate safely, securely, and sustainably, while supporting massive increases in demand and performance.
The Global Infrastructure and Energy (GIE) team focuses on acquiring, building and operating the global infrastructure connecting every Google machine and user on the planet. Google has one of the most advanced and innovative operations environments, and proudly operates a network that provides service to many internet users around the world. The team is responsible for operating that network reliably and at scale. As a leader in this team, you have a direct impact on the reliability and availability of this network infrastructure and associated tooling and operations to keep our systems running smoothly. You also ensure that network operations are safe and efficient by monitoring network performance, coordinating planned maintenance, 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. You will be at the hub of multiple technical teams responsible for unparalleled availability.
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.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $320,000-$445,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.
Responsibilities
- Be responsible and accountable for operation of the global physical network, optical infrastructure. Understand dataplane flows and performance against both steady-state, and planned capacity failures.
- Partner closely with design and software teams to validate, improve and understand network dataplane flows, through automation and tooling. Provide workflow support for capacity-related workflows in partnership with build teams.
- Engage in development and prioritization for the safety layers that protect the production network from issues. Provide leadership and management of the daily operation of critical network infrastructure, including routers and transport systems.
- Engage with customers on service impacting network events within team scope, develop clear plans, communicate precisely and accurately, and ensure the delivery of full mitigation of similar events/impacts.
- Develop and deliver a vision for physical network operations and transform the team onto that roadmap.
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