Program Manager, Policy Specialist

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 Program Manager at Google, you’ll lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish — working with stakeholders to plan requirements, manage project schedules, identify risks, and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners across the company. Your projects will often span offices, time zones, and hemispheres. It's your job to coordinate the players and keep them up to date on progress and deadlines.

The Geo team is focused on building the most accurate, comprehensive, and useful maps for our users, through products like Maps, Earth, Street View, Google Maps Platform, and more. Every month, more than a billion people rely on Maps services to explore the world and navigate their daily lives.

The Geo team also enables developers to use the power of Google Maps platforms to enhance their apps and websites. As they plot a course for the future of mapping, they are solving complex computer science problems, designing beautiful and intuitive product experiences, and improving our understanding of the real world.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain geo data policies for brand new features on Google Maps.
• Partner closely with Product managers, Operations leads, and other Google policy makers (Trust and Safety, Legal, Government Affairs) on policy creation.
• Partner closely with the Tools and Machine Intelligence teams to ensure smooth integration of policy within Geo’s tools and algorithms.
• Manage sensitive policy escalations and provide policy advice and guidance.
• Manage the vendor relationship to ensure timely content creation, execution, and ongoing improvement to our policy programs.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 2 years of experience in program or project management.
• Experience in managing engineering projects.

Preferred qualifications:

• 2 years of experience managing cross-functional or cross-team projects.
• Experience in AI, data analysis, or related technical fields.
• Experience in technical writing.
• Experience in Privacy or vendor management domains.