Data Center Operations Lead: Hardware & Infra

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

Job summary

Google is seeking a Hardware Operations Manager to lead a team of Data Center Technicians responsible for the installation, testing and maintenance of server hardware and networking components across Google's data centers. You will oversee complex installations and troubleshoot issues, coordinating with global teams to ensure scalable, reliable infrastructure for Google Cloud and other services.

Candidates should have strong leadership, experience in data center environments, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 4 years in computing infrastructure, networking, operating systems, or hardware.
• 2 years in managing technical teams, vendor or contract management and delivery.
• Ability to work non-standard hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to repair, fix, and perform preventive maintenance on equipment, servers, machines, or infrastructure.
• Partner with teams to meet goals and manage facility activities and strategies.
• Maintain and implement security and operational procedures and analyze trends for improvements.
• Support Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) compliance programs and investigations.
• Manage a team of ML travelers remotely and support 24/7 initiatives.

Skills

Team management

Vendor management

Delivery

Shift scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Google is seeking a Hardware Operations Manager to lead a team of Data Center Technicians responsible for the installation, testing and maintenance of server hardware and networking components across Google's data centers. You will oversee complex installations and troubleshoot issues, coordinating with global teams to ensure scalable, reliable infrastructure for Google Cloud and other services.

Candidates should have strong leadership, experience in data center environments, and the ability to