Technical Program Manager III, Storage Systems and NPI, Cloud AI

Minimum qualifications Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience. 5 years of experience in program management. Experience in storage systems or infrastructure systems. Experience with new product introduction (NPI) across software or hardware products (architecture, development, launch). Preferred qualifications 5 years of experience managing cross‑functional or cross‑team projects. Experience with NPI development, firmware, driving software quality and process transformation. Experience in software engineering as a developer or development manager, with an understanding of software development processes, tools, software test/qualification, release methodologies. Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to interact with both technical and non‑technical audiences. Excellent program management skills, with the ability to drive and land software programs. Excellent investigative, problem‑solving, negotiation and organizational skills. About the Job A problem isn’t truly solved until it’s solved for all. That’s why Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. As a Technical Program Manager at Google, you’ll use your technical expertise to lead complex, multi‑disciplinary projects from start to finish. You’ll work with stakeholders to plan requirements, identify risks, manage project schedules, and communicate clearly with cross‑functional partners across the company. You're equally comfortable explaining your team's analyses and recommendations to executives as you are discussing the technical tradeoffs in product development with engineers. The Platforms Infrastructure Engineering Program Management Office (PMO) is part of Technical Infrastructure under ML, Systems, and Cloud AI (MSCA) programs organization and partners with Google Compute Engine (GCE)/Technical Infrastructure (TI) Engineering and Operations teams to deliver a broad product roadmap of systems, hardware and software critical to enabling Cloud and Google services. Our organization provides technical program management, focusing on increasing velocity, quality, predictability, and coordination across teams. As part of the Platforms PMO team, Machine Learning (ML) System PMO team leads the programs from concept to production. We design, build and deliver industry‑leading ML Systems for internal Product Areas (PAs) and Cloud customers. As a Technical Program Manager (TPM) for storage Software, you will be at the forefront of Google’s AI infrastructure. You will drive the software programs and New Product Initiatives (NPI). You will lead the software programs that enable the development, bring‑up, and large‑scale deployment of our next‑generation Storage platforms. 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 $163,000-$237,000 + 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. Responsibilities Lead system software development programs, specifically focusing on Firmware/Software integration to support the bring‑up, testing, and validation of new storage generations. Orchestrate planning and execution across partner teams, including AI2, Vendors, etc. to ensure seamless integration of Storage software into the broader Google ecosystem. Manage the delivery of allied software components required to enable new NPI within the production fleet, ensuring all reliability and performance milestones are met. Provide critical Technical Program Manager support for long‑term roadmap development and resource allocation, balancing immediate project needs with future infrastructure goals. Apply technical judgment to identify systemic bottlenecks. Drive initiatives that measurably improve software quality, developer velocity, and release predictability. 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