At GFiber, we believe that great internet has the power to drive innovation, strengthen communities, enable the impossible, and do all the everyday things that make all of our world go round. And the job of creating better internet is never done - so we’re growing! Our team is committed to building a place where people who want to make a difference can grow their careers and find their spot to belong. GFiber is an Alphabet company that brings Google Fiber and Google Fiber Webpass internet services to homes and businesses across the United States. Our teams are expanding as we connect more cities and people to exceptional internet. _The application window will be open until at least_ **_July 4, 2025_** _. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date._ **Role Description** 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. GFiber's complex network generates a constant stream of challenges which require you to continually be innovative with an evolving set of technologies. **In this role, you'll:** + Manage the engineering and design practices for GFiber’s Fiber to the Home (FTTH) network, encompassing Single Family Units (SFUs), Multi-Dwelling Units (MDUs), and Single Business Units (SBUs), including permitting, network relocations, and quality control. + Coordinate with the Outside Plant (OSP) network team on project engineering activities, progress and financial reporting, invoice review, and change management. + Oversee vendor production to ensure adherence to established guidelines and standards. + Facilitate cross-functional collaboration for seamless network design execution, support network planning activities, and coordinate dark fiber leases. **At a minimum we'd like you to have:** + Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. + 5 years of experience managing large, complex outside plant (OSP) projects, with a strong emphasis on fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) or OSP engineering. + Robust knowledge of fiber optic network infrastructure (inside and outside plant), including engineering design, construction, and experience with municipal right-of-way and construction permitting. + Proficiency in Make Ready Engineering practices (NESC, NEC, or GO-95) and experience with GIS (Geographic Information Systems), ESRI, and geo-database functionality. **It's preferred if you have:** + 10 years of experience in managing large, highly-complex, outside plant projects, FTTH or outside plant engineering projects. + 5 years of experience managing and leading teams of more than 5 people. + Contract or vendor management experience, including defining scope of work and quality control. + Familiarity with aerial, underground construction methods and familiarity with outside plant equipment and materials. + Capital budget management experience. + Knowledge of analyzing fiber test results and auditing projects for compliance with scopes of work. The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $130,000 - $143,000 + bonus + cash award + benefits. As pay varies by location, your recruiter will share more about the specific salary range for your targeted location during the hiring process. GFiber is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or Veteran status. Disclosure is voluntary, and this information will be kept confidential in compliance with Google's Candidate Privacy Policy. (https://careers.google.com/privacy-policy/) For more information please refer to our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy (https://careers.google.com/eeo/) and the EEOC's "Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal" (PDF) (https://careers.google.com/jobs/dist/legal/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) . It's important to us to create an accessible, inclusive workplace for everyone. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our accommodations for applicants form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdssMbqAfgzQyXmBStjjc-OOg64CssJRQf5\_yWGEBClZZrkpw/viewform?resourcekey=0-CxawQc0qPzP7wkZuem4M3A) . Our candidate accommodations team will then connect with you to confidentially discuss your options.