Network Engineer, Data Center Management

X Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Atlanta, GA, USA; Reston, VA, USA . Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, a related field, or equivalent practical experience. 3 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. Preferred qualifications 5 years of experience with a service provider or hyperscale network in engineering or design roles. Experience with planning and designing networks (e.g., multiple sites, multiple products, etc.). Experience with Access Control List (ACLs), stateful firewalls and Network Address Translation (NAT). Experience with routers and switches. 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. 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. US: $126000 - $181000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + bonus + equity + benefits Responsibilities Design data center management networks and act as Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) for a set of networks. Engage in and improve the whole life‑cycle of networks from inception and design, to qualification and validation, through deployment, operation and optimization. Scale systems sustainably through mechanisms like automation, and evolve systems by pushing for changes that improve reliability and velocity. Work with other team members and groups to analyze requirements or potential problems and proactively develop solutions and policy recommendations. Partner with Google’s internal application groups and design network infrastructure which meets their networking requirements. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Google Inc.