Data Center Operations Manager — Equity & Bonus

Google LLC; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 122,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

Google's Hardware Operations team manages the state-of-the-art data center infrastructure powering its services. As Hardware Operations Manager you will lead a Data Center Technicians team, overseeing server hardware installation and troubleshooting of complex deployments.

Your group will install, configure, test, and maintain hardware and server software, including networks and switching gear, while developing contingency plans and project scopes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• 5 years in computing infrastructure, networking, OS, or hardware.
• 2 years of technical team, vendor, or contract management experience.
• Ability to work non-standard hours, including weekends and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Data Center Technicians and set priorities aligned to goals.
• Partner with teams to manage facility activities and CSCS strategies.
• Maintain and improve security and operational procedures; analyze trends.
• Repair, replace, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment and servers.
• Support EHS and compliance programs with cross-team collaboration.

Skills

Team leadership

Data center operations

Linux/Unix administration

Networking hardware

Scripting & automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or related field

Tools

Bash scripting

Python scripting

Job description

Google's Hardware Operations team manages the state-of-the-art data center infrastructure powering its services. As Hardware Operations Manager you will lead a Data Center Technicians team, overseeing server hardware installation and troubleshooting of complex deployments.

Your group will install, configure, test, and maintain hardware and server software, including networks and switching gear, while developing contingency plans and project scopes.