Software Engineering Manager II, Google Cloud Kubernetes Networking

4 Hours ago • 8-13 Years • Network Engineering • $197,000 PA - $291,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Kubernetes Networking team develops networking solutions for Google Cloud's container platforms. As an Engineering Manager, you will lead a team of Software Engineers to integrate Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) platforms with networking solutions. Responsibilities include leading and mentoring a high-performing engineering team, driving cross-functional collaboration, defining and delivering key networking solutions, designing and developing networking technologies, and engaging with the open-source community. You will work with the eBPF framework, delve into GDC architecture, including the Network Function Optimizer, and create advanced network connectivity and virtualization solutions for hybrid/multi-cloud environments and container/VM workloads on Kubernetes.
Must have:
  • 8+ years software development experience
  • 5+ years cloud networking experience
  • 3+ years technical leadership
  • 2+ years Kubernetes experience
  • People management experience
  • Lead and mentor engineering teams
Good to have:
  • Master's degree in CS
  • 3+ years experience in changing organizations
  • Linux kernel experience
  • Data plane/control plane development experience
  • Secure networking solutions design & implementation
Perks:
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Benefits

Job Details

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 8 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, C, C++, Java, JavaScript).
  • 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 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 a related technical field.
  • 3 years of experience working in a changing organization.
  • 3 years of experience with Linux kernel.
  • Experience with data plane and control plane development, and with both data plane and control plane elements, enabling design and implementation of networking solutions.
  • Experience in designing and implementing secure networking solutions.
  • Knowledge of kernel internals in networking, with experience in areas like in-kernel networking, network security principles and best practices.

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. Teams work all across the company, in areas such as information retrieval, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking, security, data compression, user interface design; the list goes on and is growing every day. Operating with scale and speed, our exceptional software engineers are just getting started -- and as a manager, you guide the way.

With technical and leadership expertise, you manage engineers across multiple teams and locations, a large product budget and oversee the deployment of large-scale projects across multiple sites internationally.

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 will lead a team of Software Engineers to integrate Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) platforms with networking solutions. You will work with the flexible Extended Berkeley Packet Filter (eBPF) framework to develop networking features and delve into the architecture of Google Data Centers (GDC), including the Network Function Optimizer.

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 $197,000-$291,000 + 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 .

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, Google Distributed Cloud (GDC), Anthos Networking, and other stakeholder teams to achieve project goals and deliver results.
  • Define and deliver key networking solutions, plan and execute the development of network virtualization solutions for Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) Connected and Software-Only platforms, including the Network Function Optimizer (NFO).
  • Design and develop networking technologies, lead the creation of advanced network connectivity and virtualization solutions for hybrid/multi-cloud environments and container/VM workloads on Kubernetes.
  • Engage with the open source community, troubleshoot production issues for Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) customers, and advocate for Google's networking technologies through public forums and events.

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