Data Center Operations Manager, Custom Search Configuration Service Deployments

Responsibilities

The Data Center Operations Manager leads a team of technicians to install, maintain, and troubleshoot physical server hardware and networking infrastructure. They also partner with stakeholders to implement operational strategies and ensure compliance with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) programs.

Requirements

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a technical field and at least 5 years of experience in computing infrastructure or hardware. Additionally, 2 years of experience in technical team management and the ability to work non-standard hours are required.

Skills

• Data Center Operations
• Hardware Installation
• Linux System Administration
• Unix System Administration
• Computer Networking
• Vendor Management
• Team Leadership
• Project Management
• Scripting
• Data Analysis
• Troubleshooting
• EHS Compliance
• Infrastructure Management
• Operational Reporting
• Stakeholder Management

Benefits

• Bonus
• Equity
• Health Insurance

About this role

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, a related technical
field, or equivalent practical experience.
* 5 years of experience in computing infrastructure, networking, operating
systems, or hardware.

* 2 years of experience managing technical teams, vendor or contract management
and delivery.

* Ability to work non-standard hours, including working weekends, night shifts,
holidays and on shift-based schedules as required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Experience managing operations in large-scale data center environments or
third-party colocation facilities.
* Advanced expertise in Linux/Unix system administration, computer networking,
optical systems, and hardware architecture.
* Demonstrated experience initiating and executing strategic operational
programs and leading Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) initiatives.
* Proficiency in scripting and data analysis tools to automate diagnostics and
operational reporting.
* Strong vendor management and cross-functional stakeholder leadership skills
in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

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.

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.

US: $122000 - $173000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

Learn more about benefits at Google
[https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/benefits/].

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Lead a team of individuals; set and communicate individual and team
priorities that support organizational goals. Meet regularly with individuals
to discuss performance and development, and provide feedback and coaching.
* Partner with teams to meet goals and stakeholders to manage facility
activities and set/implement short- and long-term strategies.
* Maintain, monitor, and execute security and operational procedures and
track/analyze trends to identify opportunities for improvements ensuring
alignment with organizational policies.
* Repair, fix, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment, servers,
machines, or infrastructure based on identified issues.
* Support and contribute to the implementation of Environmental Health and
Safety (EHS) and other compliance programs and initiatives in collaboration
with other teams to ensure environmental and safety incidents are
investigated, resolved, and reported.

About Google

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