Software Engineering Manager II, Google Cloud Kubernetes Networking

Software Engineering Manager II, Google Cloud Kubernetes Networking

Company: Google

Location: Sunnyvale, CA, USA

Advanced

Experience owning outcomes and decision making, solving ambiguous problems and influencing stakeholders; deep expertise in domain.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5 years of experience in cloud networking, network architecture (e.g., enterprise, data center, WAN), or system architecture, with experience leading networking development initiatives.
• 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role; overseeing strategic projects, with 2 years of experience in a people management, supervision/team leadership role.
• 2 years of experience with Kubernetes or other container orchestration frameworks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field.
• 3 years of experience working in a complex, matrixed organization.
• 3 years of experience with Linux kernel, and deep understanding of kernel internals, particularly in networking, with experience in areas like in-kernel networking and eBPF.
• Experience with data plane and control plane development. Familiarity with both data plane and control plane elements, enabling effective design and implementation of networking solutions.
• Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices, with experience in designing and implementing secure networking solutions.

About the Job

Like Google's own ambitions, the work of a Software Engineer goes beyond just Search. Software Engineering Managers have not only the technical expertise to take on and provide technical leadership to major projects, but also manage a team of Engineers. You not only optimize your own code but make sure Engineers are able to optimize theirs. As a Software Engineering Manager, you manage your project goals, contribute to product strategy and help develop your team.

The Kubernetes Networking team develops networking solutions for Google Cloud's container platforms, including Google Kubernetes Engine, Anthos, and Google Distributed Cloud.

As an Engineering Manager, you'll lead a team of Software Engineers to integrate Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) platforms with higher-level networking solutions. You'll work with the flexible eBPF framework to develop cutting-edge networking features and delve into the complex architecture of GDC, including the Network Function Optimizer.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a high-performing engineering team. Guide career development and shape technical strategy for networking solutions.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration. Partner with Platform, GDC, Anthos Networking, and other stakeholder teams to achieve project goals and deliver exceptional results.
• Define and deliver key networking solutions. Plan and execute the development of network virtualization solutions for GDC Connected and Software-Only platforms, including the Network Function Optimizer (NFO).
• Design and develop cutting-edge networking technologies. Lead the creation of advanced network connectivity and virtualization solutions for hybrid/multi-cloud environments and container/VM workloads on Kubernetes.
• Be a Kubernetes networking expert and advocate. Engage with the open source community, troubleshoot production issues for GDC customers, and advocate for Google's networking technologies through public forums and events.

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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.