FAQs
What are the minimum qualifications for the Principal Engineer, Rollouts position?
The minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience, experience defining system or process requirements, and experience leading technical teams and implementing engineering products at an executive level within multinational organizations.
What are the preferred qualifications for this role?
Preferred qualifications include experience landing outcomes across a broad range of products and technologies, leading large and dynamic engineering teams, growing team capabilities through mentorship, leading API-first infrastructure software development efforts, and familiarity with leading industry DevOps tooling and service management solutions.
What will be my main responsibilities in this position?
Your main responsibilities will include leading the technical strategy for the Rollouts product portfolio with an API-first approach, acting as an innovation advocate, partnering with product leads to set technical direction, and integrating the API-first approach into all aspects of development.
Is a specific degree required for this position?
Yes, a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience is required.
What kind of experience do I need to lead technical teams?
You should have experience leading technical teams and implementing engineering products at an executive level within multinational organizations.
Does this role require experience with DevOps tools?
Yes, familiarity with leading industry DevOps tooling and service management solutions is preferred.
Will I need to collaborate with other functions in this role?
Yes, you will need to partner across various functions, including Engineering, Product Management, UX, and Technical Program Management, to integrate the API-first approach.
Is Google an equal opportunity employer?
Yes, Google is committed to equal employment opportunity and considers qualified applicants without regard to various personal characteristics including race, gender, disability, and more.
What kind of innovation will I be expected to advocate for in this position?
You will be expected to act as an innovation and unbiasing advocate, challenging the internal products’ tendency to follow evolutionary paths.
Are there opportunities for mentorship in this role?
Yes, this position encourages growing team capabilities through role modeling and mentoring.