Senior Optical Transport Network Implementation Engineer

Google LLC

Thornton, CO

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Alliance/Partner Management, Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Bill of Materials (BOM), Capacity and Performance Management, Channel Strategies, Cloud Computing, Computer Science, Consulting, Cost Control, DWDM (Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing), Electrical Engineering, Engineering Management, English Language, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Field Sales, Financial Services, Game Software, Genetics, Hardware Components, Identify Issues, Independent Software Vendor (ISV), Infrastructure Construction, Internet Security, Internet Service Providers, Internet of Things, Japanese Language, Java, JavaScript, Machine Tool, Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Configuration Management, Network Connectivity, Network Operations Center, Network Protocols, Network Routers, Network System Hardware, Network Topology, On Site Support, Operations Research, Operations Security (OPSEC), Optical Engineering, Optical Networking, Performance Analysis, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Public Affairs, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Regulatory Requirements, Sales, Sales Management, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Software Engineering, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Telecommunications, Test Tools, Time Management, Transportation Engineering, Vietnamese Language
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Thornton, CO
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11 days ago

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XThe application window will be open until at least June 17, 2026. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date.Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Addison, TX, USA; Thornton, CO, USA.

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor"s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 6 years of experience in telecommunications at carrier scale working with optical network infrastructure, transmission systems, layer2/3 routers, and data services.
  • 5 years of experience with optical networking, transport layers, and managing end-to-end transport networks.
  • 5 years of experience implementing network configurations and working directly with network infrastructure devices.
  • 3 years of experience managing optical provisioning workflows and deploying optical networking equipment.

Preferred qualifications:

  • 6 years of experience in telecommunications, including OSP/ISP, AC/DC power systems, and infrastructure construction.
  • 6 years of experience directing field operation technicians, engineers, contractors, or vendors in a telecommunications working environment.
  • Experience in diagnosing and troubleshooting DWDM systems, topologies, and network transport architectures.
  • Experience in scripting and programming across languages including Python, Java, and JavaScript.
  • Proficiency with optical testing tools like OSA, BERT, and OTDR.
  • Knowledge of fiber characteristics with excellent skills in optical engineering, systems design, and the deployment of optical transport hardware.

About the job

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.

As a Senior Optical Transport Network Implementation Engineer, you will be responsible for building, operating, and scaling one of the world"s most powerful optical networks reliably and efficiently. Your primary focus will be delivering critical network capacity for the North America/ South America region.

In this role, you will own longhaul project delivery from inception to execution. This includes creating detailed bills of materials (BOMs), developing deployment packages, and executing complex turn-up workflows. You will evaluate and recommend tactical changes to existing physical infrastructure (such as structured cabling, risers, Point of Entrance details, and bulk fiber) while utilizing standard tools and processes to complete capacity additions, decommissions, and migrations. Additionally, you will collaborate with executive engineers to develop creative approaches, tooling, and process improvements to optimize and lower operational costs.

The AI and Infrastructure team is redefining what's possible. We empower Google customers with breakthrough capabilities and insights by delivering AI and Infrastructure at unparalleled scale, efficiency, reliability and velocity. Our customers include Googlers, Google Cloud customers, and billions of Google users worldwide.

We"re the driving channel behind Google"s groundbreaking innovations, empowering the development of our cutting-edge AI models, delivering unparalleled computing power to global services, and providing the essential platforms that enable developers to build the future. From software to hardware our teams are shaping the future of world-leading hyperscale computing, with key teams working on the development of our TPUs, Vertex AI for Google Cloud, Google Global Networking, Data Center operations, systems research, and much more.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $150,000-$218,000 + 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.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, planning, and installation support for optical transport infrastructure, ensuring high-quality and timely longhaul project delivery for the North America/South America region.
  • Evaluate and recommend tactical improvements to existing physical infrastructure, including structured cabling, risers, Point of Entrance (PoE) details, and bulk fiber.
  • Execute end-to-end capacity additions, equipment decommissions, and network migrations by creating accurate bills of materials (BOMs), deployment packages, and turn-up workflows.
  • Collaborate with executive engineering staff to identify, develop, and implement creative tooling and process improvements aimed at reducing operational costs and driving network automation.

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Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google"s EEO Policy, Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal, Belonging at Google, and How we hire.

If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.

Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.

To all recruitment agencies: Google does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Google employees, or any other organization location. Google is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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