Network Implementation Engineer, Network Delivery Implementation

Google•Sterling, VA

2h•$126,000 - $180,000

About The Position

Google's Network Engineering team operates the global network that serves millions of Internet users. This role supports reliable, safe, and efficient network operations and deployment across Google's global network. The engineer provides installation oversight and quality assurance, commissions and tests network equipment, creates implementation plans, and maintains network documentation. The position works with project management, network engineering, technicians, and other engineering partners to identify and resolve installation concerns. Travel may be required up to 50% of the time, especially during peak project build cycles.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering, Telecommunications, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
At least 3 years of experience in carrier-class environments, including Layer 1 physical infrastructure (DWDM, AC/DC power, OSP/ISP) and Layer 2/3 networking (TCP/IP, routing).
Experience interpreting and validating deployment packages, including orders and construction specifications, to verify design accuracy and escalating discrepancies to engineering partners before installation.

Nice To Haves

Experience identifying recurring errors in deployment packages or specifications and driving feedback loops to improve design accuracy and operational efficiency.
Experience with network troubleshooting and testing tools.
Experience with network automation tools, scripting, or SQL to query databases and track deployment consistency.
Experience with Linux, such as running commands and navigating directories.
Ability to lead technical projects and troubleshoot complex field deployments alongside data center technicians and third-party vendors, ensuring installation quality and resolving on-site technical blockers to meet timelines.

Responsibilities

Provide oversight and quality assurance for installation technicians performing rack, stack, and networking equipment installation.
Commission and test routers, optical transport equipment, and other network devices in new and existing network nodes across Google's global network.
Generate implementation plans and provide technical leadership and guidance during deployment activities.
Own, update, and maintain network documentation, drawings, and plans.
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.
Travel up to 50% of the time, especially during peak project build cycles.