Data Center Operations Manager, Third Party Data Centers

Google Inc.; Amarillo, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 164,000 - 237,000; Full time

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Job summary

Google is seeking an experienced Data Center Operations Manager for Third Party Data Centers in Amarillo, TX. You will lead a team of Data Center Technicians, oversee server hardware installations, and tackle complex installations and troubleshooting to ensure reliable infrastructure supporting Google's services.

The role requires a strong background in data center operations, networking, and server hardware, with the ability to work non-standard hours and manage multiple projects globally.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Communicate priorities team-wide and facilitate management of operations to following shift leads.
• Work together to identify and resolve problems and create solutions for the global computing and network architecture.
• Manage the implementation of projects within the team and ensure data center-related priorities are consistent with company objectives.
• Oversee the day-to-day management of teams within data center technical hardware operations.

Skills

Team leadership

Data center operations

Network architecture

Vendor management

Problem solving

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Data center hardware

Network equipment (routers, switches)

Linux/Unix administration

Job description

Data Center Operations Manager, Third Party Data Centers

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

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Experience owning outcomes and decision making, solving ambiguous problems and influencing stakeholders;deep expertise in domain.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience working in data center environments, including building and operating infrastructure, networks, compute architecture, life-cycles, and Linux/Unix system administration.
• Experience initiating and executing initiatives in a global environment.
• Experience leading and managing projects from initiation to completion and directing operations management initiatives.
• Ability to lead and improve environmental health and safety initiatives.

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.

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.Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and maintaining our data centers to building the next-generation of Google platforms, we make Google's product portfolio possible. We're proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $164000 - $237000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google .

• Communicate priorities team-wide and facilitate management of operations to following shift leads.
• Work together to identify and resolve problems and create solutions for the global computing and network architecture.
• Manage the implementation of projects within the team and ensure data center-related priorities are consistent with company objectives.
• Oversee the day-to-day management of teams within data center technical hardware operations.

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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