Lead Technical Program Manager, Public Sector

Company: Google
Location: Reston
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

info_outline X Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Reston, VA, USA; Washington D.C., DC, USA . Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience. 10 years of experience in program management. Experience communicating with and working with executive stakeholders. Must possess an active Top Secret/SCI security clearance with current polygraph. Preferred qualifications: PMP certification. Experience leading complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects for the U.S. federal government, specifically within the intelligence community. Experience in architectural solutioning for Google Cloud (or similar), hybrid/edge environments, and advanced AI/ML service delivery. Experience driving efficiency and navigating ambiguity in complex environments. Deep knowledge of data center operations, network infrastructure, and capacity planning to support large-scale, scalable cloud ecosystems. Ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives and manage high-performing teams of technical program managers or engineers. About the job A problem isn’t truly solved until it’s solved for all. That’s why Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. As a Technical Program Manager at Google, you’ll use your technical expertise to lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish. You’ll work with stakeholders to plan requirements, identify risks, manage project schedules, and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners across the company. You're equally comfortable explaining your team's analyses and recommendations to executives as you are discussing the technical tradeoffs in product development with engineers. As a part of Google Public Sector's Mission Engineering Management and Operations (MEMO), you will lead the technical delivery of Google Cloud innovation to strategic U.S. government customers. You will be responsible for enabling Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) for these customers, ensuring the successful implementation and operation of complex, multi-disciplinary projects that are critical to our customer's mission. You'll manage large-scale cloud deployments, navigate complex security and compliance landscapes, and foster strong relationships with senior government stakeholders. 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 $240,000-$334,000 bonus equity benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. 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 Direct all aspects of technical program management for strategic US Government contracts, ensuring Google Cloud capabilities meet strict mission requirements on schedule and within budget. Drive long-term delivery roadmaps, including future architectures, capacity expansion, and the integration of advanced AI/ML services to maintain a competitive edge. Serve as the primary technical liaison for senior government executives, delivering strategic briefings on program health, technical roadmaps, and complex system accreditation milestones. Lead cross-functional collaboration across product, engineering, and operations teams to mitigate risks, manage program budgets, and scale best practices across the portfolio. Mentor a high-performing team of technical program managers and engineers, fostering a collaborative culture while developing the next generation of leadership within Google Public Sector.

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