Trinity College Dublin
17 th February 2005
Agenda
Trinity College Dublin
17 th February 2005
• The Google Story
• Search & Beyond
• Job Opportunities
• Questions & Answers
Google Past
1995 research project at Stanford University…
BackRub
- 2 employees (students)
- Very few computers
-1 garage
Google Today
• Current Index: More than 8 billion web pages and other files
• Founded: 1998 by Larry Page and Sergey Brin
• Employees: > 3,000
• Cereal Consumption: 300 lbs. every 5 days
• Office Locations: More than 20 offices worldwide – Throughout the
United States, London, Tokyo, Hamburg, Paris, Milan, Sydney, Dublin,
Zurich, Bangalore, Hyderabad and Amsterdam.
• International: 105 interface languages and over 113 international domains
• EU Headquarters - Dublin
•“Most Intelligent
Agent on the Internet”
Where Electricity is. . .
Relevant Information in Search of People
Trusted place people go for relevant results
Growing index of web accessible information
Thousands of advertisers connect with information seekers
Consumer Products & Services
Expanding Search Services for Google Users
Google Print
Google Video
Other Google Services
Search in the future
Google provides relevant information…
Knows your preferences
… at work
… at play
… on the move
The Future
“The ultimate search engine would understand exactly what you mean and give back exactly what you want.”
- Larry Page
Job Opportunities
Google Dublin We’re hiring….
• Online Operations Coordinators, Associate Managers, Managers
• Human Resources
• Systems Operations
• Finance
• Engineering
Working at Google
• Multi-cultural environment
• Meritocracy
• Entrepreneurial
• Responsibility
• Risk-taking
• Fun
• Rewards
What makes a great Googler
• Creative
• Willingness to question conventional wisdom
• Passionate about technology & its possibilities
• Especially search
• Team-focused
• Data-driven
• It’s how we make decisions
• Flexible
• Things will change, and change again!
• Lots and lots of energy
Advertising Products: AdWords
Search query
Search results Advertising
Advertising Products: AdSense
AOL
The New York Times
WebSearch
AdWords
Job Specifications – Online Operations Coordinator
• Provide excellent customer service to Google’s advertisers
• Thoroughly analyse ad content, quality and accuracy
• Troubleshoot existing advertising campaigns & technical problems
• Respond to customer service inquiries by email
• Optimise advertiser keyword lists and ads in order to maximise ROI
• Consistently monitor, emails, customer feedback and satisfaction
Job Requirements – Online Operations Coordinator
• University degree.
• Detail oriented, with ability to multi-task and complete a large volume of work quickly.
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively as part of a high-performing team.
• Strong computer application skills.
• Significant problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Job Specifications – Online Operations Associate Manager
• Take a lead role in developing and implementing best practices for new/potential client interaction and sales for AdWords.
• Build team structure, recognize leadership potential, and develop enhanced skill sets within the team.
• Increase effectiveness of staff and tools by recognizing opportunities for development
Job Requirements -
• Proven track record of success in previous work experiences.
• BA/BS or equivalent; advanced degree a plus.
• Strong computer applications skills.
• Related experience in client service and an internet company preferred.
Job Specifications
– Online Operations Manager
• Help build & manage a team of client service associates working on the operations of Google’s AdWords & AdSense programmes in Europe
• Build team structure, recognise leadership potential, and develop enhanced skill set within the team
• Increase effectiveness of employees and tools by proactively creating new systems and structures
Job Requirements
• Proven ability to grow and lead a team of 10+ people
• Proven track record of success in previous work experience (5+ years)
• University degree or equivalent; advanced degree a plus
• Background in Internet industry strongly preferred
• Multi-lingual capabilities preferred
Job Opportunities – Engineering/Sys Ops
• ACD/IVR Telecom Administrator
• Cluster Systems Administrator
• IT Field Technician
• IT Technical Manager
• Information Security Engineer, Senior
• LAN Engineer
• Linux/Unix System Administrator
• Network Engineer
• Oracle Analyst / Developer
• Oracle Applications DBA, Financials
• Server Room Technician
• Windows System Administrator
Google Dublin
• Location: The Docklands
• Grand Opening: October 2004
• Employees: 150 +
• Languages Spoken: Serving customers in 17 languages, including
German, French, Italian, Dutch, Swedish, Russian, Turkish, and Czech
• We’re Hiring!: Looking for people in Online Operations, Systems
Operations, Human Resources, Finance, and Engineering
Q & A
• For immediate consideration, please send a text (ASCII), Word or
HTML version of your resume to tcdjobs@google.com
• Important: The subject field of your email must include the title of the role you wish to apply for and the location e.g. “Online Sales &
Operations Coordinator – EU Headquarters ”