Minimum qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.Experience with network fundamentals (e.g., TCP/IP, ARP, IP Tables, routing) or Unix systems administration, including coding (e.g., Java, C/C++) or scripting (e.g., shell, Python).Preferred qualifications:Internship experience in network engineering, data center operations, system administration, or a similar technical role.Ability to adapt to changing priorities and make informed decisions with limited information.Excellent leadership and project management skills, with a collaborative and knowledge-sharing mindset.Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.About The JobGoogle is proud to boast a network that provides service to millions of Internet users around the world. The Network Engineering team is responsible for operating that network reliably and at scale. As a member of the team, you have a direct impact on design and feature enhancements to keep our systems running smoothly. You also ensure that network operations are safe and efficient by monitoring network performance, coordinating planned maintenance, adjusting hardware components and responding to network connectivity issues. Google's complex network generates a constant stream of challenges which require you to continually be innovative with an evolving set of technologies. Keeping the network reliable ensures that our users stay connected with our suite of applications, products and services.The Network Operations Residency Program (NORP) is a comprehensive 16-month program designed for full-time new hires ("Nooglers") to gain broad exposure to various Network Engineering projects through rotations. Upon successful completion of the program, NORPers will transition into a Network Engineer role. NORP is structured to cultivate future leaders and accelerate careers in networking technology. We seek candidates who demonstrate strong foundational knowledge in networking, excellent project management abilities, and a passion for tackling unique and complex problems.Google is an engineering company at heart. We hire people with a broad set of technical skills who are ready to take on some of technology's greatest challenges and make an impact on users around the world. At Google, engineers not only revolutionize search, they routinely work on scalability and storage solutions, large-scale applications and entirely new platforms for developers around the world. From Google Ads to Chrome, Android to YouTube, social to local, Google engineers are changing the world one technological achievement after another.ResponsibilitiesGain practical experience in various network engineering roles.Collaborate with Google teams to plan, implement, and maintain networking infrastructure.Contribute to innovative solutions, including developing enhanced tools, automation, and process improvements.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 .