Lead Technical Program Manager, Longhaul Planning, Network

The application window will be open until at least January 21, 2026. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date. Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Reston, VA, USA; Addison, TX, USA; Thornton, CO, USA. Minimum qualifications Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience. 10 years of experience in program management. 7 years of experience in leadership roles with/without direct reports. Experience with dark fiber WAN networking infrastructure. Experience with data center WAN networking and capacity planning. Preferred qualifications 10 years of experience managing cross-functional/team projects. Experience managing a team of direct reports. About The Job Google's projects, like our users, span the globe and require managers to keep the big picture in focus while being able to dive into the unique engineering challenges we face dailyp> As a Technical Program Manager at Google, you lead complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects using your engineering expertise. You plan requirements with internal customers and usher projects through the entire project lifecycle. This includes managing project schedules, identifying risks and clearly communicating them to project stakeholders. You're equally at home explaining your team's analyses and recommendations to executives as you are discussing the technical trade-offs in product development with engineers. Using your extensive technical and leadership expertise, you manage various Engineering-specific programs and teams. As a Lead Technical Program Management (TPM) role, you will own and drive planning publications, requirements, and related information for the Global Network Acquisitions team. You will perform data-driven analysis to develop technical requirements and designs for network assets such as space, power, fiber, submarine cables and leased wavelengths to meet forecast demand while complying with network architecture guidelines. You will be expected to optimize Google’s Network for scalability, reliability, and cost efficiency while maintaining the ability to meet new product roll‑out in a timely manner. This will be accomplished through close collaboration and teamwork with a team of TPM's, Strategic Negotiators, Network Engineers, Program Managers and Network Architects. You will utilize your understanding of the Google Network and your expertise in data center colocation, optical transport, outside plant fibers, layers through networking, and telecommunications industry best‑practices to lead cross‑functional teams. 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 $227,000‑$320,000 + 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 Lead a team of TPMs and Program Managers (PgMs) in hyperscale network planning, collaborating cross‑functionally with regional teams to strategically plan and publish optimal infrastructure assets to scale Google’s network long‑term. Deliver network infrastructure plans for North and South America, meeting committed timelines and maintaining operational health. Explain team analyses and recommendations to Google executives as you are discussing technical and financial trade‑offs with engineers. Plan requirements with internal customers, analyze demand and fit‑check network models, then usher projects through the entire project lifecycle. This includes demand analysis, fiber asset inventory allocation, instantiating plans in tools and systems, creating technical project requirements and network design schematics, managing project schedules, and clearly communicating project risks to key stakeholders. Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google’s EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form . #J-18808-Ljbffr Google