Director of Technical Support, Google Cloud, APAC

Director of Technical Support, Google Cloud, APAC Apply Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience. 15 years of experience in engineering. Experience in providing support services. Preferred qualifications: Leadership experience in technical support, preferably with Cloud products, with strong management, capacity planning, resource optimization, and team development skills. Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, and ability to drive innovation and operational excellence in fast-paced, high-growth environments. Deep technical expertise in cloud products and the technology stack, including the ability to design and implement cloud architectures and solutions. Customer-centric mindset and excellent communication and collaboration skills. Ability to communicate in Mandarin fluently. About the job We are seeking a highly strategic and customer-centric Director to lead our High Touch Support group in Singapore. You will be responsible for building and leading high-performing teams, fostering strong cross-functional partnerships, and ensuring exceptional customer experiences for our Cloud products. This is a customer-facing role that requires interactions in Mandarin with local stakeholders. This role will have a critical business impact, particularly in light of the Cloud's rapid business growth in the region. The role demands not just operational oversight but the development and execution of a comprehensive support strategy aligned with Cloud Support's long-term vision, directly impacting product adoption and commercial success. You'll be expected to act as a thought leader and convert externally, influence engineering leadership on portfolio health, and lead innovation to improve support processes. Google Cloud accelerates every organization's ability to digitally transform its business and industry. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google's cutting-edge technology, and tools that help developers build more sustainably. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems. Responsibilities Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy aligned with the Cloud Support vision. Set objectives to drive optimal product adoption and commercial success, and act as a thought leader. Maintain deep technical expertise and guide the team as a subject matter expert. Collaborate with engineering leadership to highlight portfolio health and risks. Ensure exceptional customer satisfaction by establishing customer-centric OKRs. Lead and manage high-priority escalations effectively, restoring customer faith and sentiment. Drive operational efficiency by optimizing processes, tools, and workflows. Balance outsourcing needs with new product introduction volume and advocate for innovative solutions like automation initiatives. Build, lead, and mentor support professionals, fostering a high-performing culture. Lead proactive capacity planning and maintain strong cross-functional collaboration. 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. See also Google's EEO Policy , Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal , Belonging at Google , and How we hire . 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. To all recruitment agencies: Google does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Google employees, or any other organization location. Google is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. #J-18808-Ljbffr