Data Center Operations Manager, Third Party Data Centers

Google LLC
Amarillo, TX, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$164,000.0 - $238,000.0
Working hours
Shift work
Job source

Tech stack

Computer Clusters Data Centers Google Tools Network Architecture Network Protocols Network Routers Hardware Infrastructure

Job description

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.

Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and maintaining our data centers to building the next generation of Google platforms, we make Google’s product portfolio possible. We’re proud to be our engineers’ engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible., * Communicate priorities team-wide and facilitate management of operations to following shift leads.

  • Work together to identify and resolve problems and create solutions for the global computing and network architecture.
  • Manage the implementation of projects within the team and ensure data center-related priorities are consistent with company objectives.
  • Oversee the day-to-day management of teams within data center technical hardware operations.

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.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Team leadership?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience.

  • 10 years of experience in computing infrastructure, networking, operating systems, or hardware.
  • 5 years of experience managing technical, vendor, contract management, or delivery teams.
  • Experience in site-level data center operational leadership.
  • Ability to work non-standard hours, including working weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required., * Experience working in data center environments, including building and operating infrastructure, networks, compute architecture, lifecycles, and Linux/Unix system administration.
  • Experience developing network architecture.
  • Experience initiating and executing initiatives in a global environment.
  • Experience leading and managing projects from initiation to completion and directing operations management initiatives.
  • Ability to lead and improve environmental health and safety initiatives.

Benefits & conditions

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $164,000-$238,000 + 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.

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