Technical Program Manager, Network, Infrastructure

About the Technical Program Manager, Network, Infrastructure Role at Google

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, Network, Infrastructure 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.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2 years of experience in program management.
• Experience in network infrastructure and devices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in PMP, Agile project management, CCNA, CCNP, or other certifications in network technologies or similar.
• Experience managing technical vendors such as smart hands, project coordinators and leading quarterly business reviews.
• Experience in delivering network infrastructure upgrades, specifically around life cycle management of networking gear and deployment of new enterprise networking solutions.
• Experience in delivering and managing complex network migrations projects with emphasis on quality and on-time delivery.
• Ability to understand technical subjects and emerging technologies around enterprise networks.

Responsibilities

• Manage and drive the delivery of network engineering and life cycle management (LCM) deployment programs/projects while leveraging automation and software programs by coordinating with global delivery teams across the company to facilitate efficient network services to customers.
• Manage third-party vendors responsible for the monitoring and troubleshooting of network services, including facilitating any escalations requiring engineering assistance.
• Work with management to design and launch new processes, institute process improvements, and ensure the efficient/reliable achievement of process objectives.
• Develop reports to track scope, schedule, budget, risks, and overall project status. Coordinate with stakeholders to manage, track, and control project issues to ensure timely delivery.
• Partner with Network Engineers, Software Engineers, and Project Managers to deliver large technical networking projects.

Key skills/competency

• Program Management
• Network Infrastructure
• Life Cycle Management (LCM)
• Vendor Management
• Project Scheduling
• Risk Management
• Automation
• Stakeholder Communication
• Technical Expertise
• Process Improvement