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Senior Networking Engineer, WBB Platform, GGN WANForms

Google

Location

Thornton, CO

Type

Full-time

Posted

11/6/2026

Compensation

$150,000 - $217,000 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.4% approval-14% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The Senior Networking Engineer role at Google focuses on defining and qualifying platforms and solutions for scaling the company's network infrastructure. As part of the WAN Building Block (WBB) Platform within Google Global Networking (GGN), the engineer will collaborate with partner teams to analyze technical requirements and develop innovative solutions. The position requires a deep understanding of network technologies and protocols, as well as a systematic approach to problem-solving. This role is crucial for ensuring the reliability and efficiency of Google's extensive network operations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 6 years of experience designing, building, and operating Wi-Fi networks.
  • Experience with two or more of the following technologies/protocols: 802.1X, 802.11, unlicensed Radio Frequency planning (2.4 and 5GHz), TCP/UDP/IP.
  • Certifications or equivalent level experience (CCIE/CCDE/JNCIE) are preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of network technologies/protocols including Routing Protocols, VXLAN, BGP EVPN, and Cloud technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute extensive platform test plans to ensure no systematic hardware or software quality issues are discovered in production.
  • Leverage AI tools to amplify engineering efficiency by automating lab infrastructure.
  • Engage with external vendors and internal teams to operationalize stable, scalable platforms.
  • Develop tools and processes for automation of network management and operations.

Benefits

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

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Google Llc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

908

FY2026

Approval rate

98.4%

FY2026

LCA certified

4,273

FY2026

Entry-level share

0.6%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

-14%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-51%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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