Network Implementation Engineer, Network Delivery Implementation

Google•Clarksville, TN

1d•$126,000 - $180,000

About The Position

As a Network Implementation Engineer on the Network Delivery Implementation team, you will help execute deployment, maintenance, and operations of private data networks worldwide. You will work with Technical Program Managers, Network Engineers, Design and Infrastructure Engineers, Field Engineers, and construction and telecommunications vendors and contractors to support successful network delivery. The role contributes to building a reliable, cost-effective, and scalable network for current and future customers and users. The Network Delivery Implementation team builds and operates Google’s global network, connecting users to services and supporting dependable connectivity. The team owns the network lifecycle in data centers and metro points of presence, from site acquisition and construction through architecture, design, installation, configuration, activation, and commissioning. As a member of the Global Network Delivery team, you will directly affect Google’s ability to deliver network capacity to customers and will have opportunities to influence network delivery through automation and process innovation. Teamwork, collaboration, strong communication, and a proactive approach to challenging existing practices are important for success. Individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The listed U.S. compensation is $126,000–$180,000, plus a 15% bonus target, equity, and benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Network or Telecom Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
Three years of experience in DWDM, TCP/IP, or system design operations methodology.
Experience leading technical projects and troubleshooting field deployments with data center technicians or third-party vendors.

Nice To Haves

Experience in one or more of the following: Layer 1 optical transmission systems, Layer 3 routing TCP/IP, wireless networking, network design, or operations.
Experience identifying recurring errors in deployment packages or specifications and driving feedback loops to improve design accuracy and operational efficiency.
Familiarity with network troubleshooting and testing tools.
Familiarity with network automation tools, scripting, or SQL for querying databases and tracking deployment consistency.
Basic Linux experience, such as running commands and moving directories.

Responsibilities

Oversee and perform quality assurance of installation technicians installing and racking networking equipment.
Commission and test routers, optical transport equipment, and other network devices at new and existing network nodes across Google’s global network.
Generate implementation plans and provide technical leadership and guidance during deployment activities.
Work with project management, network engineering, and the broader engineering team to identify potential installation problems in advance, including facility power (AC/DC), cooling, security and access, rack layout, and cable management.
Own network documentation, including updating and maintaining network drawings and plans.