Data Center Operations Lead — Infra, Networking & Teams

Google Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 122,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Bonus target

Job summary

Google Fort Wayne is hiring a Hardware Operations Manager to lead a team of Data Center Technicians responsible for installing, configuring, testing and maintaining server hardware and related networking components. You will oversee complex installations and troubleshoot issues, ensuring high-quality deployments in a fast-paced data center environment.

The role requires managing technical teams, strong experience in data center infrastructure, and the ability to work non-standard hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience.
• 5 years of experience managing technical, vendor, contract management, or delivery teams.
• 5 years of experience in computing infrastructure, networking, operating systems, or hardware.
• Ability to work non-standard hours, including weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Data Center Technicians and oversee the quality installation of server hardware and components.
• Take charge of complicated installations and troubleshooting.
• Install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware and server software (Linux cluster).
• Configure complex components such as networks, routers, hubs, bridges, switches and networking protocols.
• Possibly lead small project teams on larger installations and develop project contingency plans.

Skills

Team management

Vendor management

Contract management

Data center operations

Linux/Unix administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Job description

Google Fort Wayne is hiring a Hardware Operations Manager to lead a team of Data Center Technicians responsible for installing, configuring, testing and maintaining server hardware and related networking components. You will oversee complex installations and troubleshoot issues, ensuring high-quality deployments in a fast-paced data center environment.

The role requires managing technical teams, strong experience in data center infrastructure, and the ability to work non-standard hours.