Data Center Operations Lead — 24/7 Infra Uptime

Socket.dev; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 122,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Benefits

Bonus plan

Job summary

Google is seeking a Hardware Operations Manager to lead a Data Center Technicians team responsible for installation, configuration, testing, troubleshooting and maintenance of servers and related hardware.

You will oversee complex installations, manage networks and compute architecture, and drive project contingency plans while coordinating with cross-functional teams. The role requires managing non-standard shifts and ensuring safety and operational compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 5 years of experience in computing infrastructure, networking, operating systems, or hardware.
• 3 years of experience managing a technical team.
• Experience leading and managing projects from initiation to completion, and directing operations management initiatives.
• Ability to work non-standard hours and differing rotations/shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of individuals, communicate priorities to repair, fix, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment, servers, or infrastructure.
• Partner with teams to meet goals and manage facility activities and strategies.
• Maintain and monitor security and operational procedures and analyze trends for improvements.
• Support and contribute to Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) programs in collaboration with other teams.
• Manage a team of ML travelers remotely and support 24/7 initiatives.

Skills

Computing infrastructure

Team management

Project leadership

Flexibility hours

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Job description

Google is seeking a Hardware Operations Manager to lead a Data Center Technicians team responsible for installation, configuration, testing, troubleshooting and maintenance of servers and related hardware.

You will oversee complex installations, manage networks and compute architecture, and drive project contingency plans while coordinating with cross-functional teams. The role requires managing non-standard shifts and ensuring safety and operational compliance.