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Sales Engineer roles at Google sit at the intersection of deep technical knowledge and enterprise sales, requiring candidates who can credibly demo complex cloud and infrastructure products to large clients. Google has an established track record of sponsoring work visas for this function across H-1B, H-1B1, and E-3 categories.
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INTRODUCTION
gTech Ads is responsible for all support and media and technical services for customers big and small across our entire Ad products stack. We help our customers get the most out of our Ad and Publisher products and guide them when they need help. We provide a range of services from enabling better self-help and in-product support, to providing better support through interactions, setting up accounts and implementing ad campaigns, and providing media solutions for customers' business and marketing needs and providing complex technical and measurement solutions along with consultative support for our large customers. These solutions range from bespoke and customized ones for our customers to scalable support for millions of customers worldwide. Based on the evolving needs of our ads customers, we partner with Sales, Product, and Engineering teams within Google to develop better solutions, tools, and services to improve our products and enhance our client experience. As a cross-functional and global team, we ensure our customers get the best return on investment with Google and we remain a trusted partner.
In this role, you will be at the forefront of solving the most challenging issues, acting as a technical consultant and trusted advisor for Google Ads customers. You will leverage your troubleshooting skills to identify root causes, develop troubleshooting tools and solutions, and communicate effectively with audiences, from engineers to executives. You will also improve our products and processes by identifying trends and advocating for customer needs. Google creates products and services that make the world a better place, and gTech’s role is to help bring them to life. Our teams of trusted advisors support customers globally. Our solutions are rooted in our technical skill, product expertise, and a thorough understanding of our customers’ complex needs. Whether the answer is a bespoke solution to solve a unique problem, or a new tool that can scale across Google, everything we do aims to ensure our customers benefit from the full potential of Google products.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prioritize and deliver outstanding customer service throughout the customer journey, troubleshooting and resolving issues with Google's advertisers and Sales teams, agencies, and partners.
- Lead the technical investigation, triage, and resolution of escalations related to identity management, authentication pipeline failures, and unauthorized access vectors within the Ads ecosystems.
- Act as the technical engineer on passwordless authentication rollouts, directly supporting the mandate, troubleshooting, and implementation of passkey technology for enterprise customers.
- Develop tools and automation for better diagnostics/data fixes and debugging, either independently or in partnership with Product Engineering teams.
- Partner with Product Engineering and Trust and Safety to identify systemic authentication vulnerabilities, advocate for infrastructure fixes, provide product feedback, and drive data-driven root cause solutions for top customers.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 3 years of experience troubleshooting technical issues for internal/external partners or customers.
- Experience in either system design or reading code (e.g., Java, C++, Python).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in Business, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Engineering or Applied Science, or a related field.
- 5 years of experience managing projects and working with analytics, software coding, or customer-side web technologies.
- 5 years of experience with data analysis and SQL/MySQL.
- 5 years of experience in a customer-facing role.
- 5 years of experience working with Unix or Linux operating systems/commands.
- 5 years of experience in operations management (i.e. process improvement, operational reviews, optimizing workflows, etc.).
COMPENSATION
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $126,000-$181,000 + 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.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are 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. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.

INTRODUCTION
gTech Ads is responsible for all support and media and technical services for customers big and small across our entire Ad products stack. We help our customers get the most out of our Ad and Publisher products and guide them when they need help. We provide a range of services from enabling better self-help and in-product support, to providing better support through interactions, setting up accounts and implementing ad campaigns, and providing media solutions for customers' business and marketing needs and providing complex technical and measurement solutions along with consultative support for our large customers. These solutions range from bespoke and customized ones for our customers to scalable support for millions of customers worldwide. Based on the evolving needs of our ads customers, we partner with Sales, Product, and Engineering teams within Google to develop better solutions, tools, and services to improve our products and enhance our client experience. As a cross-functional and global team, we ensure our customers get the best return on investment with Google and we remain a trusted partner.
In this role, you will be at the forefront of solving the most challenging issues, acting as a technical consultant and trusted advisor for Google Ads customers. You will leverage your troubleshooting skills to identify root causes, develop troubleshooting tools and solutions, and communicate effectively with audiences, from engineers to executives. You will also improve our products and processes by identifying trends and advocating for customer needs. Google creates products and services that make the world a better place, and gTech’s role is to help bring them to life. Our teams of trusted advisors support customers globally. Our solutions are rooted in our technical skill, product expertise, and a thorough understanding of our customers’ complex needs. Whether the answer is a bespoke solution to solve a unique problem, or a new tool that can scale across Google, everything we do aims to ensure our customers benefit from the full potential of Google products.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prioritize and deliver outstanding customer service throughout the customer journey, troubleshooting and resolving issues with Google's advertisers and Sales teams, agencies, and partners.
- Lead the technical investigation, triage, and resolution of escalations related to identity management, authentication pipeline failures, and unauthorized access vectors within the Ads ecosystems.
- Act as the technical engineer on passwordless authentication rollouts, directly supporting the mandate, troubleshooting, and implementation of passkey technology for enterprise customers.
- Develop tools and automation for better diagnostics/data fixes and debugging, either independently or in partnership with Product Engineering teams.
- Partner with Product Engineering and Trust and Safety to identify systemic authentication vulnerabilities, advocate for infrastructure fixes, provide product feedback, and drive data-driven root cause solutions for top customers.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 3 years of experience troubleshooting technical issues for internal/external partners or customers.
- Experience in either system design or reading code (e.g., Java, C++, Python).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in Business, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Engineering or Applied Science, or a related field.
- 5 years of experience managing projects and working with analytics, software coding, or customer-side web technologies.
- 5 years of experience with data analysis and SQL/MySQL.
- 5 years of experience in a customer-facing role.
- 5 years of experience working with Unix or Linux operating systems/commands.
- 5 years of experience in operations management (i.e. process improvement, operational reviews, optimizing workflows, etc.).
COMPENSATION
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $126,000-$181,000 + 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.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are 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. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
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Align your credentials to Google's stack
Google's Sales Engineer interviews lean heavily on Google Cloud Platform and enterprise infrastructure. Get certified in GCP before you apply. Interviewers assess whether you can credibly demo products to Fortune 500 buyers, so hands-on lab work matters as much as your degree.
Target roles through Migrate Mate's job board
Filter specifically for Sales Engineer openings at Google on Migrate Mate, which surfaces roles where visa sponsorship is confirmed. This saves time you'd otherwise spend cold-applying and hearing nothing back from positions with no sponsorship path.
Prepare a technical portfolio before recruiters call
Google's Sales Engineering hiring process includes a technical discovery call and a whiteboarding or demo round. Have a documented example of a complex customer solution you've architected and presented, ideally involving cloud migration or data infrastructure, ready before the first screen.
Understand which visa category fits your background
Google sponsors H-1B, H-1B1, and E-3 visas for this role. If you're an Australian citizen, the E-3 has no lottery and faster processing. H-1B1 is available to Chilean and Singaporean nationals. Knowing your category before the offer stage helps you set realistic start-date expectations with your recruiter.
Negotiate your start date around LCA processing
Before Google can file your H-1B or H-1B1 petition, the company must certify a Labor Condition Application with the DOL. This typically adds two to four weeks to your timeline. Build that buffer into any start date you discuss during offer negotiation so you're not scrambling later.
Request clarity on cap-subject filing early in the offer stage
If you're on OPT or another status that requires H-1B cap registration, ask Google's HR team when the company plans to submit your registration. Cap registration opens in March and slots fill fast. Missing the window means waiting a full year, which changes your planning entirely.
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Find Sales Engineer at Google JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Google sponsor H-1B visas for Sales Engineers?
Yes, Google sponsors H-1B visas for Sales Engineer roles. The company works with experienced immigration counsel to handle the petition process, including Labor Condition Application filing with the DOL and Form I-129 submission to USCIS. If you're subject to the H-1B cap, Google participates in the annual registration lottery held each March.
How do I apply for Sales Engineer jobs at Google?
You can browse current Sales Engineer openings at Google through Migrate Mate, which lists roles with confirmed visa sponsorship. Applications go through Google's careers portal, where you'll submit a resume and may be asked a few pre-screening questions. Tailor your application to highlight enterprise technical sales experience and familiarity with Google Cloud products, since these are core to the role.
Which visa types does Google commonly use for Sales Engineer roles?
Google sponsors H-1B, H-1B1, and E-3 visas for Sales Engineer positions. The H-1B is the most common path and is subject to the annual cap and lottery. Australian citizens can apply for the E-3, which has no lottery and a separate annual allocation. Chilean and Singaporean nationals may qualify for the H-1B1, which also bypasses the lottery.
What qualifications does Google expect for a sponsored Sales Engineer role?
Google typically looks for a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field, combined with hands-on experience in enterprise software or cloud infrastructure sales. Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform, a track record of running technical evaluations with enterprise customers, and the ability to communicate complex solutions to non-technical stakeholders are all factors that strengthen both your application and the specialty occupation determination for visa purposes.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take once Google extends an offer?
Timeline depends on visa type and your current status. For H-1B transfers from another employer, USCIS can process the petition in as little as a few weeks with premium processing. For new H-1B cap-subject petitions, employment can't start before October 1 of the fiscal year following the lottery. E-3 and H-1B1 petitions, which bypass the lottery, typically move faster once the DOL certifies the LCA, often allowing a start date within six to eight weeks of the offer.
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