Technical Program Manager, CoreOS

Google's CoreOS team is responsible for the kernel and operating system that runs on all of Google's production machines. The team builds the technical foundation behind Google’s flagship products, owning and advocating for underlying design elements, developer platforms, product components, and infrastructure at Google. They build central solutions, break down technical barriers, and strengthen existing systems across Google’s products.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related fields.
• 8 years of experience in program management, identifying process improvements, and orienting teams to agile methodologies.
• 8 years of experience in leading projects through the full software development lifecycle.

Preferred qualifications:

• 10 years of experience in program management roles focused on Operating System (OS), software development and delivery.
• Experience in Linux Kernel development.
• Experience with information security incidents and threat assessments (e.g., incident response, penetration testing, vulnerability assessments).
• Experience in security assessments, vulnerability management and security research.
• Knowledge of encrypt/decrypt algorithms or security software stack design.
• Understanding of operating systems internals, including kernel security and memory protection mechanisms.

• Partner with engineering leads and product management in CoreOS area, contribute to the development of strategic roadmaps and execution plans for NodeOS and Kernel security areas.
• Lead cross functional program teams to scope, plan and execute software programs in NodeOS and Kernel Security space, to deliver improvements in Kernel and OS scalability/security.
• Drive operational processes, provide program management leadership to monitor, prioritize and resolve production issues, including kernel security vulnerabilities.
• Track progress of execution plans, ensure all leadership/stakeholders are aware of progress/blockers on a continuous basis, drive strategic and tactical decisions throughout all organizations and levels.
• Represent programs and engineering teams in execution/program review forums.

Google is an equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer 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. They consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities or special needs are available upon request.