Senior Technical Program Manager, Network Planning Innovation

The application window will be open until at least October 16, 2025. 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: Sunnyvale, CA, USA; Atlanta, GA, USA; Thornton, CO, USA.Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience in program management.
• 8 years of experience in networking, network capacity planning or optical networking.
• Experience in network infrastructure components and technologies, including data centers, long haul/DWDM, IP network and submarine network.
• Experience in developing and implementing network infrastructure plans.
  
  

Preferred qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a technical field.
• 8 years of experience in managing cross-functional or cross-team projects.
• Experience in driving innovation and delivering impactful results in a complex environment.
• Experience in working in a global organization with stakeholders.
• Expertise in network optimization, capacity planning, and cost modeling.
  
  

About The Job

A problem isn’t truly solved until it’s solved for all. That’s why Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. As a Technical Program Manager at Google, you’ll use your technical expertise to lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish. You’ll work with stakeholders to plan requirements, identify risks, manage project schedules, and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners across the company. You're equally comfortable explaining your team's analyses and recommendations to executives as you are discussing the technical tradeoffs in product development with engineers.

As a Planning Innovation Technical Lead, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of Google's global infrastructure. Your core mission is to create the assets, infrastructure, and capacity plans necessary to support the massive growth of Google's global production network. You will be the key driver for developing and executing complex, multidisciplinary programs that directly enhance the scalability, reliability, and efficiency of our network. This role demands an understanding of network technologies and a passion for innovation in a dynamic global environment. You will serve as a recognized subject matter expert, contributing vital insights to the broader network planning community within Google.

Google Cloud accelerates every organization’s ability to digitally transform its business and industry. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google’s cutting-edge technology, and tools that help developers build more sustainably. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $183,000-$271,000 + 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

• Drive initiatives to maximize network scalability, reliability, and cost-efficiency, ensuring product deployment and maximizing Return on Investment (ROI).
• Identify infrastructure challenges and innovative solutions to improve network planning across all domains.
• Influence and collaborate with key stakeholders (i.e., engineering, product, architecture) to navigate ambiguity and implement planning strategies.
• Serve as the team's recognized subject matter expert, staying current on network technologies and developing best practices.
• Utilize data analysis and modeling to forecast future demands and clearly articulate planning strategies, risks, and recommendations to executive leadership.
  
  
  

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form .