Technical Program Manager, Google Search Platforms

Technology, Data & Digital · Software & Web Development · Software Engineering · Data Engineering · Project Management

In short

As a Technical Program Manager for Google Search Platforms in Bengaluru, you will lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish, managing requirements, risks, and schedules. You will leverage technical expertise in backend infrastructure and distributed systems, with a focus on driving AI/ML capabilities to modernize TPM functions and deliver impactful solutions for billions of users globally.

Responsibilities

Scope, shape, and lead large-scale programs spanning multiple engineering tracks.
Co-develop strategies, goals, and success metrics for the broader organization.
Perform technical assessments to evaluate engineering scope, establish milestones, define timeframes, and assess resourcing needs.
Identify, anticipate, and manage risks, deliverables, and interdependencies across different Search Platforms and partner teams.
Build mechanisms to optimize governance and information flow.
Drive continuous optimizations in operational cadence, tooling, and communication.
Advocate alignment across disparate teams with differing objectives.
Guide and influence cross-functional peers, driving consensus for technical directions and prioritizing features against constraints.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
5 years of experience leading technical program management initiatives and delivering infrastructure solutions.
Demonstrate technical judgment equivalent to a practicing Software Engineer in the infrastructure domain.

Desired Qualifications

Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
8 years of dedicated experience in a technical program manager role.
Deep domain expertise in backend infrastructure, distributed systems, evaluation systems, or testing frameworks.
Experience or strong interest in leveraging modern AI/ML capabilities, Large Language Models (LLMs), and agentic workflows to modernize Technical Program Manager (TPM) functions (e.g., automated dependency tracking, predictive risk modeling, and operational streamlining).
Proven track record of driving cross-functional alignment, managing distributed teams across multiple time zones, and prioritizing complex workstreams amidst ambiguity.

Benefits

Equity is granted exclusively and discretionarily by Alphabet Inc.
Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law.

Skills

AI/MLLarge Language ModelsLLMsdistributed systemsevaluation systemstesting frameworks

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