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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center Operations Site Lead - **Company:** Google LLC - **Location:** Richmond, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $205,000.0 - $285,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer Clusters, System Configuration, Data Centers, Linux, Network Architecture, Hardware Infrastructure - **Published:** August 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/C00E88FC42FD4D5DB29870C5CFE3E6A0/job/ ## About the Role Experience owning outcomes and decision making, solving ambiguous problems and influencing stakeholders; deep expertise in domain., * Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience. * 10 years of experience managing technical teams in charge of installing, configuring, testing, troubleshooting, or maintaining hardware servers and its components. * 5 years of experience in a people management, supervision, or team leadership role. * 5 years of experience in site-level data center operational leadership. * Experience with different operating systems (e.g., Linux) and developing network architecture. * Ability to work non-standard hours, including working weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required. Preferred qualifications: * Expertise in Linux operating systems and developing network architecture. * Experience initiating and executing initiatives in a global environment. * Demonstrated passion for operations, people management, and leadership. ## 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., * Oversee the day-to-day management of the site-level server operations team, ensuring all priorities are consistent with global company objectives. * Implement and drive a safety culture at the site, advocating Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) initiatives to foster a secure, and collaborative environment. * Hire, coach, and develop a high-performing team of managers and technicians; actively lead succession planning and build a talent pipeline. * Manage localized metrics, including KPIs, SLAs, and SLOs, while identifying opportunities for process optimization. * Align and guide site partners-including Facilities (DCOps), Security, GSO-L, Construction (DCS) and NetOps-to ensure seamless operational coordination without direct reporting authority. ## Related Videos - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [How to develop an autonomous car end-to-end: Robotic Drive and the mobility revolution](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/22-how-to-develop-an-autonomous-car-end-to-end-robotic-drive-and-the-mobility-revolution) - [Building the Nervous System of AI - Michael Kagan (NVIDIA)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2133-building-the-nervous-system-of-ai-michael-kagan-nvidia) - [5 Years in Cloud Native: The Good, the Bad, and the Bill](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100111-5-years-in-cloud-native-the-good-the-bad-and-the-bill) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Got AI ideas but no money? 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