Network Design Engineer
@ Google

Thornton, CO
$148,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 22 days ago

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Overview

The Network Design Engineer at Google will plan and design Google's production global network and support its deployment, maintenance, and operations worldwide. You will collaborate with Technical Program Managers, engineers, and vendors to ensure a reliable, scalable network infrastructure.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Network or Telecom Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • 3 years of experience in DWDM, TCP/IP or system design operations methodology.
  • Experience with field operation technicians, engineers, contractors, or vendors.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience managing scaled capacity augment/migration projects.
  • Expertise in network system design, architecture, and infrastructure.
  • Proficiency in defining system requirements and integrating large-scale network systems.
  • Experience with planning tools, automation tooling and process improvement.
  • Strong problem solving, cost-benefit analysis, and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

  • Review and understand Google's network architecture standards.
  • Produce plans and designs meeting global production network requirements.
  • Design solutions, create project plans, and communicate with internal partners.
  • Integrate New Product Introduction (NPI) solutions into plans and designs.
  • Contribute to team automation to reduce cycle time and improve quality.
  • Establish practices and policies for improved performance and reduced risk.

Compensation and Benefits

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $122,000-$174,000 plus bonus, equity, and benefits. These figures are determined by role, level, and location, with additional factors including experience and education.

Location Options

Candidates can choose their preferred working location from Thornton, CO; Atlanta, GA; Addison, TX; or Reston, VA, USA.

Key Skills/Competency

  • Network Engineering
  • DWDM
  • TCP/IP
  • System Design
  • Automation
  • Network Architecture
  • Capacity Planning
  • Process Improvement
  • Data Analysis
  • Project Management
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How to Get Hired at Google

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight network design and DWDM experience.
  • Align skills: Emphasize TCP/IP and automation tools knowledge.
  • Research Google: Understand their network and innovation culture.
  • Prepare for interviews: Practice technical and scenario-based questions.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review DWDM and TCP/IP systems.
Study network architecture standards.
Practice designing scalable network plans.
Familiarize with automation tools.

Behavioral Questions

Describe teamwork in high-pressure projects.
Explain a past design challenge resolution.
Discuss managing diverse stakeholder expectations.
Provide example of process improvement.

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