Data Center Operations Manager, Global Server Ops, Hardware Operations

Data Center Operations Manager, Global Server Ops, Hardware Operations

Google, Moncks Corner, SC, USA

This role is not eligible for U.S. immigration sponsorship.

• 5 years of experience in computing infrastructure, networking, operating systems, or hardware.
• 2 years of experience managing technical teams, vendor or agreement management and delivery.
• Ability to work non-standard hours, including working weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required.

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience managing technical teams, vendor or agreement management and service delivery.
• Experience working in data center environments, including building and operating large-scale infrastructure, network and compute architecture and life-cycle, and Linux/Unix system administration.

Foster a collaborative team environment while demonstrating the ability to implement and drive the safety culture.

Google's Hardware Operations team is responsible for monitoring the state‑of‑the‑art physical infrastructure behind Google's powerful search technology. As a Data Center Operations Manager, you will manage a team of Data Center Technicians, oversee the quality installation of server hardware and components, and take charge of complicated installations and troubleshooting. Your team will install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware (such as servers and components) and server software (such as Google's Linux cluster).

They will also handle configuration of more complex components such as networks, routers, hubs, bridges, switches and networking protocols, lead small project teams on larger installations, and develop project contingency plans.

The AI and Infrastructure team is redefining what’s possible 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 empower developers with the essential platforms that enable them to build the future, from software to hardware. Key teams are shaping the future of early hyperscale computing, including TPUs, Vertex AI for Google Cloud, Google Global Networking, Data Center operations, systems research, and much more.

US: $122,000 – $174,000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits.

• 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.

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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.

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