Data Center Operations Manager, Third-Party Data Centers

Job description

Minimum qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience. 8 years of experience in computing infrastructure, networking, operating systems, or hardware. 5 years of experience managing technical, vendor, contract management, or delivery teams. Ability to work non-standard hours, including working weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required.

Preferred qualifications

Experience working with third-party colocation providers. Comfort with ambiguity and shifting priorities. About the job Google isn't just a software company. The Hardware Operations team is responsible for monitoring the state-of-the-art physical infrastructure behind Google's powerful search technology. As a Hardware Operations Manager, you will manage a team of Data Center Technicians. You will oversee the quality installation of server hardware and components and take charge of complicated installations/troubleshooting.

Your team will install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware (like servers and its components) and server software (like Google's Linux cluster). They will also take on the configuration of more complex components such as networks, routers, hubs, bridges, switches and networking protocols. They may lead small project teams on larger installations and develop project contingency plans. As a Data Center Operations Manager, you will be managing a technical team and overseeing data center and facility operations to meet organizational goals and Service Level Objectives (SLOs).

Your key responsibilities include hiring, coaching, and developing staff, setting team priorities, and partnering with stakeholders to implement short- and long-term strategies. You will execute security and operational procedures, analyze trends for improvement, and perform direct preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment and infrastructure. Additionally, the position requires supporting Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) compliance programs and may involve providing management support during off-hours.

The AI and Infrastructure team is redefining what’s possible. We empower Google customers with breakthrough capabilities and insights by delivering AI and Infrastructure at unparalleled scale, efficiency, reliability and velocity. Our customers include Googlers, Google Cloud customers, and billions of Google users worldwide. We're the driving force behind Google's groundbreaking innovations, empowering the development of our cutting-edge AI models, delivering unparalleled computing power to global services, and providing the essential platforms that enable developers to build the future.

From software to hardware our teams are shaping the future of world-leading hyperscale computing, with key teams working on the development of our TPUs, Vertex AI for Google Cloud, Google Global Networking, Data Center operations, systems research, and much more. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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$138000 - $200000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits Learn more about benefits at Google .