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Operations Engineer, Network Engineering

Google

Location

Thornton, CO

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

$150,000 - $218,000 per year

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Job description

The Operations Engineer in Network Engineering at Google is responsible for maintaining and optimizing the reliability of Google's extensive network infrastructure. This role involves diagnosing and resolving complex network issues while ensuring that service level objectives are met. The team plays a critical role in operating the network at scale, directly impacting the performance and reliability of services used by millions of users worldwide. Engineers in this position are expected to innovate and implement solutions that enhance operational efficiency.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or equivalent practical experience.
  • 6 years of experience in network operations.
  • Experience in a data networking leadership or people management role.

Responsibilities

  • Act as a first responder for faults and outages on Google's production network.
  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex network issues to restore service and maintain network health.
  • Perform root cause analysis on network incidents and implement corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
  • Identify opportunities for and contribute to the development of automation and tooling to improve repair times and reduce manual effort.

Benefits

  • Employees at Google are often offered benefits like comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible work arrangements, among other benefits.

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