Production Network Engineer

Google is seeking a Production Network Engineer to join their Network Engineering team, responsible for operating their massive network that serves millions of Internet users worldwide. This role is part of the Core Network Engineering team, specifically focusing on New Production Introduction. The position involves working with network routing protocols, design, and troubleshooting while developing and maintaining Google's network infrastructure.

As a Production Network Engineer, you'll have a direct impact on design and feature enhancements to maintain smooth system operations. You'll ensure network reliability through monitoring performance, coordinating maintenance, and responding to connectivity issues. The role requires expertise in network protocols, programming languages like Python or Go, and experience with IP networking in production environments.

The position offers the opportunity to work on Google's complex network infrastructure, which presents constant challenges and requires innovative solutions. You'll be part of the Technical Infrastructure team, working behind the scenes to maintain and improve Google's extensive product portfolio. The role involves collaboration with internal teams, leading development initiatives, and contributing to the continuous scaling and evolution of Google's network infrastructure.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong networking expertise who wants to work on large-scale distributed systems and make a significant impact on Google's global network infrastructure. The role combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, requiring both hands-on engineering skills and the ability to guide technical decisions and implementations.