Data Center Operations Manager, Custom Search Configuration Service Deployments

Google LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

Google LLC in Atlanta, GA, USA is seeking a Data Center Operations Manager to lead a team of Data Center Technicians and oversee the installation, configuration, test, and maintenance of servers and networking components. You will manage shifts and coordinate with partners to implement robust operational programs.

The role emphasizes leadership across facilities and systems, ensuring reliability, security, and efficiency in a fast-paced environment with large-scale infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in CS/engineering.
• 5 years in computing infrastructure, networking, OS, or hardware.
• 2 years leading technical teams and vendor management.
• Ability to work non-standard hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Data Center Technicians; set and communicate priorities.
• Oversee installation, configuration, testing, and maintenance of servers and components.
• Manage complex networking components and ensure security and reliability.
• Develop contingency plans and coordinate with stakeholders on long-term strategies.
• Maintain and document operational procedures; monitor trends for improvements.

Skills

Team leadership

Vendor management

Shift coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/engineering or equivalent

Tools

Linux/Unix

Networking

Hardware architecture

Job description

Data Center Operations Manager, Custom Search Configuration Service Deployments

Google Atlanta, GA, USA

X This role is not eligible for U.S. immigration sponsorship.

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

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience managing operations in large-scale data center environments or third-party colocation facilities.
• Advanced expertise in Linux/Unix system administration, computer networking, optical systems, and hardware architecture.
• Demonstrated experience initiating and executing strategic operational programs and leading Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) initiatives.
• Proficiency in scripting and data analysis tools to automate diagnostics and operational reporting.
• Strong vendor management and cross-functional stakeholder leadership skills in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

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 a Hardware Operations Manager, you will manage a team of Data Center Technicians. You will oversee the quality installation of server hardware and components and take charge of complicated installations/troubleshooting.

Your team will install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware (like servers and its components) and server software (like Google's Linux cluster). They will also take on the configuration of more complex components such as networks, routers, hubs, bridges, switches and networking protocols. They may lead small project teams on larger installations and develop project contingency plans.

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 force 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.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $122000 - $173000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

• Lead a team of individuals; set and communicate individual and team priorities that support organizational goals. Meet regularly with individuals to discuss performance and development, and provide feedback and coaching.
• Partner with teams to meet goals and stakeholders to manage facility activities and set/implement short- and long-term strategies.
• Maintain, monitor, and execute security and operational procedures and track/analyze trends to identify opportunities for improvements ensuring alignment with organizational policies.
• Repair, fix, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment, servers, machines, or infrastructure based on identified issues.
• Support and contribution to the implementation of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and other compliance programs and initiatives in collaboration with other teams to ensure environmental and safety incidents are investigated, resolved, and reported.

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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