Data Center Operations Manager, Global Server Operations

Google

Red Oak, TX

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cloud Computing, Coaching, Computer Architecture, Computer Maintenance, Computer Networks, Computer Skills, Contingency Plans, Data Management, Environmental Health, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Hardware Architecture, Hardware Components, Hardware Installation, High Tech Industry, Hubs, Identify Issues, Linux Administration, Linux Operating System, Mentoring, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Operations Center, Network Protocols, Network Routers, Network Switching, Operating Systems, Operations Management, Operations Research, People Management, Performance Management, Problem Solving Skills, Project Development, Project Planning, Quality Management, Safety/Work Safety, Search Technology, Server Hardware, Strategic Planning, Systems Administration/Management, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Testing, Time Management, Unix System Administration
LOCATION
Red Oak, TX
POSTED
29 days ago
This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience.
  • 4 years of experience in computing infrastructure, networking, operating systems, or hardware.
  • 2 years of experience managing technical teams, vendor or agreement management and delivery.
  • Experience with Operations Management, People Management, Performance Management, Collaboration, Communication, Time Management, Teamwork, Hardware Architecture, Network Architecture, Operating Systems, Coaching, Mentoring.
  • Ability to work non-standard hours, including working weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Experience working in data center environments, including building and operating infrastructure, and network and compute architecture and life-cycle, and Linux/Unix system administration.
  • Experience with initiating and executing strategic initiatives in a global environment.
  • Ability to implement and drive the safety culture at the site, while fostering a collaborative team environment.
  • Track record of leading and improving Environmental Health and Safety initiatives.
  • Excellent strategic problem-solving skills.

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.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $115,000-$165,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the day-to-day management of teams within data center operations.
  • Communicate priorities and facilitate hand off of operations to following shift leads
  • Work together to identify and resolve problems and create solutions for our global computing and network architecture.
  • Manage the implementation of projects within the team.
  • Ensure data center-related priorities are consistent with company objectives.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.

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