Technical Program Manager II, Cloud Networking, Telecommunications
Google · Addison, TX
- On site
- Full-time
- $138,000 / year
- Addison, TX
Job highlights
- Lead complex cloud networking projects at Google.
- Manage project lifecycle from inception to delivery.
- Collaborate with engineering and external vendors.
- Define and refine large-scale strategic initiatives.
- Drive AI and Infrastructure advancements globally.
About the role
Technical Program Manager II, Cloud Networking, Telecommunications
The application window will be open until at least May 27, 2025. 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: Addison, TX, USA; Thornton, CO, USA; Reston, VA, USA; Atlanta, GA, USA.
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 2 years of experience in program management influencing across a cross-functional organization.
- Experience in network planning, architecture, or design with a technology or telecommunications company.
Preferred qualifications:
- 2 years of experience managing cross-functional or cross-team projects.
- Experience with design and delivery of telecommunications fiber, space/power, capacity infrastructure or data center construction.
- Experience with fiber network deployments, including constructing new outside and inside plant fiber infrastructure.
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 daily. 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 technical and leadership expertise, you run Engineering-focused projects that are well-defined under supervision.
The AI and Infrastructure team works on the world’s toughest problems, redefining what’s possible and the possible easy. We empower Google customers by delivering AI and Infrastructure at unparalleled scale, efficiency, reliability and velocity. Our customers include Googlers, Google Cloud customers, and billions of Google users worldwide. We’re at the center of amazing work at Google by being the “flywheel” that enables our advanced AI models, delivers computing power across global services, and offers platforms that developers use to build services.
In AI and Infrastructure, we shape the future of hyperscale computing by inventing and creating world-leading future technology, and drive global impact by contributing to Google infrastructure, from software to hardware (including building Vertex AI for Google Cloud). We work on complex technologies at a global scale with key players in the AI and systems space. Join a team of talented individuals who not only work together to keep data centers operating efficiently but also create a legacy of driving innovation by building some of the most complex systems technologies.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $138,000 - $198,000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + bonus + equity + benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with customers to gather requirements, manage stakeholder expectations and provide clear program plans for reliable product delivery.
- Partner with engineering teams and third party vendors to deliver network engineering and infrastructure design.
- Program manage the delivery of network infrastructure projects from inception through delivery.
- Collaborate with Cloud and networking technical teams to intake, analyze and develop cost and executable plans for Cloud networking requests.
- Lead Google-wide strategic network initiatives from concept to plan definition and hand-off to execution teams by refining large scale ambiguous projects to well defined problems, processes, and solutions.
Key skills/competency
- Technical Program Management
- Cloud Networking
- Telecommunications
- Network Planning
- Infrastructure Design
- Cross-functional Leadership
- Project Lifecycle Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Risk Assessment
- Google Cloud
Skills & topics
- Technical Program Manager
- Cloud Networking
- Telecommunications
- Program Management
- Network Planning
- Infrastructure Design
- Cross-functional Leadership
- Project Management
- Google Cloud
- AI Infrastructure
- Network Engineering
- Fiber Network
- Data Center
- Technical Program Management
- Cloud Computing
- Networking
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight program management, cloud networking, and telecommunications experience, aligning with Google's preferred qualifications.
- Showcase technical expertise: Emphasize your background in network planning, architecture, design, and fiber infrastructure deployments.
- Quantify achievements: Use data to demonstrate your impact in managing cross-functional projects and driving successful delivery.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss technical trade-offs, stakeholder management, and leadership in complex engineering environments.
- Understand Google's culture: Research their focus on innovation, scale, and collaboration in AI and Infrastructure.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities for a Technical Program Manager Cloud Networking at Google?
- As a Technical Program Manager at Google, you will lead complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects, manage the entire project lifecycle, gather requirements, identify risks, and collaborate with engineering teams and vendors to deliver network infrastructure and cloud networking solutions. You will also lead Google-wide strategic network initiatives.
- What qualifications are essential for the Technical Program Manager role at Google?
- Essential qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience, 2 years of program management experience influencing cross-functional organizations, and experience in network planning, architecture, or design within the technology or telecommunications sector.
- Are there preferred qualifications for this Technical Program Manager position at Google?
- Yes, preferred qualifications include 2 years of experience managing cross-functional projects and experience with the design and delivery of telecommunications fiber, capacity infrastructure, data center construction, and fiber network deployments.
- What is the work arrangement and location for this Technical Program Manager role at Google?
- This role is hybrid and offers preferred working locations in Addison, TX, USA; Thornton, CO, USA; Reston, VA, USA; or Atlanta, GA, USA. Specific details about the hybrid model would be discussed during the hiring process.
- What is the salary range for a Technical Program Manager at Google?
- The salary range for this position in the US is $138,000 - $198,000 per year, plus a 15% bonus target, additional bonus, equity, and benefits. Individual pay is determined by factors such as skills, experience, and education.
- How does Google approach diversity and inclusion for this Technical Program Manager role?
- Google is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. They consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories.
- What kind of projects would a Technical Program Manager work on at Google's AI and Infrastructure team?
- You would work on challenging projects that redefine what's possible in AI and Infrastructure, empowering customers with AI and infrastructure at scale, and contributing to Google's global infrastructure, from software to hardware, including Vertex AI for Google Cloud.