The Principal Architect role at Google focuses on building trusted advisory relationships with C-level executives and key stakeholders to design comprehensive strategies within the Google ecosystem. This position requires deep expertise in cloud computing and the architecture of distributed systems. The role involves leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with product management to govern cloud strategies. The Principal Architect will also empower partners to drive successful pilots and migrations while promoting public cloud technology solutions.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Strategy, Business Consulting or a related field and 10 years of progressive post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or in a Customer Architect-related occupation.
• Alternatively, a Master's degree in a related field and 8 years of experience in the job offered or in a Customer Architect-related occupation.
• 8 years of experience in architecture and design of highly distributed global cloud-based systems.
• Experience in cloud computing across applications, infrastructure, storage, platforms, or data.
• Proficiency in technical presentation to stakeholders and executive leaders.

• Build trusted advisory relationships with C-level executives and key stakeholders to identify priorities and design comprehensive strategies across the Google ecosystem.
• Recommend integration strategies and enterprise architectures to successfully implement solutions while providing best practices that optimize Google Cloud effectiveness.
• Lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with product management to manage holistic enterprise architecture relationships and govern cloud strategies.
• Partner with Value Engineering to articulate the total value of technical solutions and drive business growth through pipeline development and revenue generation.
• Empower partners to drive successful pilots and migrations while removing technical barriers to secure client wins and expand opportunities.

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