Data Center Technician (English, Japanese)

Job description

info_outline 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 an Operations Technician, you'll install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware (like servers and its components) and server software (like Google's Linux cluster). You'll also take on the configuration of more complex components such as networks, routers, hubs, bridges, switches and networking protocols.

You'll participate in or lead small project teams on larger installations and develop project contingency plans. A typical day involves manual movement and installation of racks, and while it can sometimes be physically demanding, you are excited to work with infrastructure that is at the cutting-edge of computer technology. In this role, your duties range from the physical deployment of DC related technology to working closely with various stakeholders.

It will fall to you to ensure that our goals, missions and projects are successfully delivered, and, more importantly, that they are repeatable across our global array of DCs. You will be responsible for the movement and installation of equipment, and while it can sometimes be physically demanding, you’re excited to work with infrastructure that is at the cutting-edge of computer technology to ensure Google DC quality and reliability.