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Systems Development Engineer, Sovereign Deployments, Public Sector

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Systems Development Engineer, Sovereign Deployments, Public Sector

Reston, VA

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT-related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5 years of experience with Linux and operating systems technologies, and architecture/infrastructure in compute infrastructure, supporting, developing, maintaining cloud solutions.
  • Experience designing, deploying, and managing enterprise solutions.
  • Experience creating scripts to automate common tasks.
  • Active Top Secret/SCI US Government Security Clearance with polygraph.
Preferred qualifications:
  • Experience implementing projects in a customer-focused, fast-changing environment.
  • Experience working in data center operations.

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  • Knowledge of enterprise-grade operating systems, working in Linux/Unix/WSL/operating systems, Kubernetes, and network administration.

  • Understanding of Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG), AD Group Policies and hardening practices.
  • Understanding of Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) environments.

  • About the job

    As a Systems Development Engineer, you will take a commercial product through installation, deployment, and proof of concepts. You will also drive innovative approaches to operating and supporting infrastructure to achieve results.

    In this role, you will maintain and control access to the systems, and troubleshoot technical problems with a mix of infrastructure, software, networking, system administration, and documentation challenges. You will ensure a secure, stable and reliable operations center, while advocating for our customer and operator needs. In addition, you will also work with Operations, Program Management Office, and Engineering teams to help design, deploy, and manage enterprise solutions.

    Google Public Sector brings the magic of Google to the mission of government and education with solutions purpose-built for enterprises. We focus on helping United States public sector institutions accelerate their digital transformations, and we continue to make significant investments and grow our team to meet the complex needs of local, state and federal government and educational institutions.

    The US base salary range for this full-time position is $142,000-$211,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. 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

    • Deploy and configure air-gapped cloud solutions such as Google Distributed Cloud (GDC).
    • Install, configure and manage multiple technologies including but not limited to network switches, firewalls, block storage, object storage, servers, and hardware security modules.
    • Deploy and configure Operations Center (OC) IT infrastructure, including local workstations and IT equipment used to manage air-gapped cloud solutions.
    • Troubleshoot and collaborate with engineering on issues that may arise with infrastructure or software while deploying an air-gapped cloud solution, collaborate within the organization and with external stakeholders to deliver complex enterprise solutions.
    • Improve deployment and management processes for air-gapped cloudsolutions by collaborating with external stakeholders such as engineering teams.

    Client-provided location(s): Reston, VA, USA
    Job ID: Google-122804708489208518
    Employment Type: Full Time

    Perks and Benefits

    • Health and Wellness

      • Health Insurance
      • Dental Insurance
      • Vision Insurance
      • Life Insurance
      • Short-Term Disability
      • Long-Term Disability
      • FSA
      • HSA
      • Fitness Subsidies
      • On-Site Gym
      • Mental Health Benefits
      • Health Reimbursement Account
      • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Parental Benefits

      • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
      • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
      • Fertility Benefits
      • Adoption Assistance Program
      • Family Support Resources
      • Adoption Leave
    • Work Flexibility

      • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Office Life and Perks

      • Commuter Benefits Program
      • Casual Dress
      • Pet-friendly Office
      • Snacks
      • Some Meals Provided
      • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Vacation and Time Off

      • Paid Vacation
      • Paid Holidays
      • Personal/Sick Days
      • Leave of Absence
      • Volunteer Time Off
    • Financial and Retirement

      • 401(K) With Company Matching
      • Company Equity
      • Performance Bonus
      • Financial Counseling
    • Professional Development

      • Tuition Reimbursement
      • Internship Program
      • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Diversity and Inclusion

      • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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