Minimum qualifications: + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, a related field, or equivalent practical experience. + 6 years of experience with network routing protocols, design and troubleshooting, with network equipment providers. + Experience in one or more programming languages such as C++, Go, or Python. Preferred qualifications: + Experience with planning and designing large scale networks (e.g., multiple sites, multiple products, etc.). Google is proud to boast a network that provides service to millions of Internet users around the world. The Network Engineering team is responsible for operating that network reliably and at scale. As a member of the team, you have a direct impact on design and feature enhancements to keep our systems running smoothly. You also ensure that network operations are safe and efficient by monitoring network performance, coordinating planned maintenance, adjusting hardware components and responding to network connectivity issues. Google's complex network generates a constant stream of challenges which require you to continually be innovative with an evolving set of technologies. Keeping the network reliable ensures that our users stay connected with our suite of applications, products and services. The US base salary range for this full-time position is $156,000-$229,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google (https://careers.google.com/benefits/) . + Drive the quantifiable analysis of measurements, data, and capacity forecast models to make networks more scalable, efficient, and deliver a predictable user experience. + Evaluate the current inefficiencies, complexities, and flaws in network systems, and propose designs, software, and processes to improve them. + Develop software that improves the performance, safety, transparency, and manageability of network systems. + Participate in rotating schedules with other team members, including weekends. Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also https://careers.google.com/eeo/ and https://careers.google.com/jobs/dist/legal/OFCCP_EEO_Post.pdf If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form: https://goo.gl/forms/aBt6Pu71i1kzpLHe2.