Google · 1 day ago
Optical Network Engineer, Google Global Networking
Sunnyvale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$132K/yr - $189K/yr
3+ years expGoogle is a leading technology company known for its innovative network solutions. The Optical Network Engineer will be responsible for defining requirements and identifying technologies for scaling the transport network, engaging with vendors, developing test plans, and automating network management processes.
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Responsibilities
Define requirements and identify technologies for scaling our transport network in a cost-efficient and operationally streamlined manner
Engage with external vendors and internal teams to operationalize stable, scalable platforms
Develop and execute test plans for optical systems
Automate test infrastructure to qualify and introduce new products into our production network
Develop tools and processes for automation of network management and operations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
3 years of experience with one or more optical technologies such as optical transceivers, optical metro, or long-haul Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) systems
Experience in one or more programming languages such as C++, Go, or Python
Preferred
Experience with network equipment manufacturer or network operator in engineering or design role
Experience with planning and designing networks (e.g., multiple sites, multiple products, etc.)
Benefits
Bonus
Equity
Benefits
Company
Google specializes in internet-related services and products, including search, advertising, and software. It is a sub-organization of Alphabet.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$26.1MKey Investors
Kleiner Perkins,Sequoia CapitalAndy Bechtolsheim
2004-08-19IPO
1999-06-07Series Unknown· $25M
1998-11-01Angel· $1M
Leadership Team
Sundar Pichai
CEO
Thomas Kurian
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