Data Center Technician, Server Operations

Google Inc.; Mumbai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Google Inc. is seeking a Data Center Technician for Server Operations in Mumbai. You will install, configure, and maintain servers and components, test hardware, and ensure reliable operation of data center infrastructure.

The role requires hands-on experience with server hardware, Linux, networking, and routine maintenance, with ability to work non-standard hours and lift heavy equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience with maintaining server hardware and components.
• Experience with diagnosing and troubleshooting Linux operating systems.
• Familiarity with common networking protocols and devices.
• Ability to work with teams and coordinate across groups.
• Experience leading small projects or teams is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and operate data center infrastructure across projects or teams.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with equipment or infrastructure; identify resources needed.
• Repair and perform preventive maintenance on servers, machines, and infrastructure.
• Execute advanced operational procedures and follow security policies.
• Work in shifts to meet evolving business needs.

Skills

Server hardware

Linux OS

Networking protocols

Team collaboration

Project management

Tools

IT hardware repair

Job description

Data Center Technician, Server Operations

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Experience completing work as directed, and collaborating with teammates; developing knowledge of relevant concepts and processes.

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• Experience with assembly of mechanical or electrical systems, or performing component-level repairs and troubleshooting on technical equipment.
• Experience with diagnosing and troubleshooting operating systems, computer hardware and server hardware.
• Experience with networking protocols.
• Ability to lift/move 50lb (23kg) of equipment and ability to exert yourself physically over extended periods of time, including frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, pushing/pulling and lifting.

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

Preferred qualifications:

• 4 years of experience in maintenance and monitoring of server systems.
• Experience with performing component-level repairs and troubleshooting on IT equipment or in a related role (e.g., Systems Administration, Network Deployment Engineer, Help Desk Technician, etc.).
• Experience working within a data center or network operation center environment.

Experience with Linux operating systems.

• Experience in project management and leadership, and collaborating and partnering with teams.

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 an Operations Technician, you'll install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware (like servers and its components) and server software (like Google's Linux cluster). You'll also take on the configuration of more complex components such as networks, routers, hubs, bridges, switches and networking protocols. You'll participate in or lead small project teams on larger installations and develop project contingency plans. A typical day involves manual movement and installation of racks, and while it can sometimes be physically demanding, you are excited to work with infrastructure that is at the cutting-edge of computer technology.

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 team 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.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and operate new data center infrastructure across projects or teams (e.g. Machine Learning platforms, network architecture).
• Report issues and follow data center procedures to troubleshoot and diagnose moderately complex issues with equipment or infrastructure as they arise, and identify the resources needed to resolve identified issues.
• Diagnose, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment, servers, machines, and infrastructure based on identified issues with multiple solutions, independently.
• Execute advanced operational procedures as part of daily work activities and follow security policies and processes.
• Work in shifts is required to meet evolving business needs and operational schedules.

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google's EEO Policy , Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal , Belonging at Google , and How we hire .

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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