Data Center Technician III, Global Server Operations

Google; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Google is looking for a Data Center Technician III in Eemshaven, Netherlands. In this role, you will deploy new infrastructure, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure data security according to Google standards. You must possess a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 4 years in server system maintenance.

If you enjoy solving problems and working in a team environment, this opportunity offers a platform to excel in a dynamic and innovative company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 4 years of experience in maintenance and monitoring of server systems.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50lb (23kg) of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and operate new data center infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose complex issues with equipment.
• Repair and perform preventative maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Diagnosing and troubleshooting operating systems

Repairing IT equipment

Networking protocols

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Tools

Linux operating systems

Job description

Data Center Technician III, Global Server Operations

Location: Eemshaven, Netherlands

Early

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

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting operating systems, computer hardware, and server hardware.
• Experience with networking protocols.
• Experience performing component‑level repairs on IT equipment.
• Ability to lift/move 50lb (23kg) of equipment and exert yourself physically over extended periods, including frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, pushing/pulling, and lifting.
• Ability to work non‑standard hours, including weekends, holidays, and shift‑based schedules.

Preferred qualifications:

• 4 years of experience in maintenance and monitoring of server systems.
• Experience working within a data center or network operation center environment.
• Experience with Linux operating systems.
• Experience in project management and leadership.
• Experience collaborating and partnering with teams.
• Ability to collaborate and partner with teams to overcome issues.

About the job

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.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and operate new data center infrastructure across teams.
• Report issues and follow data center procedures to troubleshoot and diagnose complex issues with equipment or infrastructure as they arise, and apply the resources needed to resolve identified issues.
• Maintain the security and integrity of data, track various forms of media to check for non‑standard data security issues (e.g., data was not properly erased) managed in accordance with Google security standards.
• Disassemble specific equipment that has reached its end‑of‑life via part replacement or maintenance, within one or more teams.
• Repair, fix, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment, servers, machines, or infrastructure based on identified issues with multiple solutions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 or 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.