Systems Development Engineer, Technical Guides Development

Google is a global technology company providing cloud services and innovative solutions to businesses worldwide.
DevOps
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Systems Development Engineer, Technical Guides Development

Google is seeking a Systems Development Engineer to join their Technical Guides Development team in Munich, Germany. This role sits at the intersection of systems engineering and technical documentation, requiring both hands-on technical expertise and excellent communication skills. As an SDE at Google, you'll be responsible for managing services and systems at scale, focusing on automation, observability, and efficiency improvements.

The position requires a strong background in systems automation and distributed environments, with particular emphasis on infrastructure components like Linux, Kubernetes, networking, and storage. You'll work closely with various stakeholders to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues and translate technical concepts into clear, accessible documentation.

This role offers a unique opportunity to impact Google's cloud infrastructure while contributing to the technical knowledge base that supports Google's global operations. You'll be part of a diverse team that values collaboration, innovation, and creative problem-solving. The position includes opportunities for international travel (up to 25%) and participation in a 24x7 on-call rotation, reflecting the critical nature of the role.

Key aspects of the role include developing automation solutions, working with technical writers to create comprehensive documentation, and supporting both internal teams and external customers. You'll need to maintain a Level 2 security clearance (SÜ2) due to the sensitive nature of the work.

Google Cloud's mission is to accelerate digital transformation across industries, and as a Systems Development Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of this initiative. You'll work with enterprise-grade solutions and cutting-edge technology while contributing to sustainable development practices. The role offers excellent growth opportunities within a supportive environment that emphasizes learning and mentorship.

This position is ideal for someone who combines strong technical skills with excellent communication abilities, enjoys solving complex systems problems, and wants to work at the scale of one of the world's leading technology companies. You'll be part of Google's broader mission to organize the world's information while helping to build and maintain the infrastructure that makes this possible.

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Responsibilities For Systems Development Engineer, Technical Guides Development

  • Perform day-to-day troubleshooting and resolution of Infrastructure issues (e.g., Network, Storage, Servers,OS, Kubernetes, etc.)
  • Interact with customers as well as internal development organizations in order to accomplish shared goals
  • Work with technical writers and Google partners to translate technical details into clear, concise language
  • Participate in Customer, Partner, and Internal team activations and training with up to 25% international travel
  • Participate in the 24x7 on-call rotation to support escalations from client inquiries and internal reference inquiries

Requirements For Systems Development Engineer, Technical Guides Development

Linux
Kubernetes
Python
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
  • 5 years of experience with systems automation, and systems design and implementation in production distributed environments
  • Experience in TCP/IP and networking concepts (e.g., PXE boot, Subnets, VLANs, Jumbo Frames, LACP, NIC Teaming, Unicast/Broadcast/Multicast, ACLs, DNS, DHCP, SSH, etc.)
  • Experience in one of the areas of infrastructure (e.g., Linux, Kubernetes, Networking, Storage, etc.)
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Level 2 security clearance (SÜ2) under the German Classification Act (SÜG)

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