Data Center Operations Site Lead — Lead Global Hardware Team

Google LLC; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 205,000 - 285,000; Full time

Job summary

Google LLC is seeking an experienced Hardware Operations Manager in Richmond, VA to lead a Data Center Operations team responsible for installing, configuring, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining server hardware and components. You will oversee project installations, network configurations, and escalation handling, with a focus on reliability and safety.

The role requires hands-on leadership, cross-functional coordination, and the ability to operate on non-standard schedules, including

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10 years of experience managing technical teams in charge of installing, configuring, testing, troubleshooting, or maintaining hardware servers and its components.
• 5 years of experience in a people management, supervision, or team leadership role.
• 5 years of experience in site-level data center operational leadership.
• Experience with different operating systems (e.g., Linux) and developing network architecture.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day management of the site-level server operations team, ensuring all priorities are consistent with global company objectives.
• Implement and drive a safety culture at the site, advocatingEnvironmental Health and Safety (EHS) initiatives to foster a secure, and collaborative environment.
• Hire, coach, and develop a high-performing team of managers and technicians; actively lead succession planning and build a talent pipeline.
• Manage localized metrics, including KPIs, SLAs, and SLOs, while identifying opportunities for process optimization.
• Align and guide site partners—including Facilities (DCOps), Security, GSO-L, Construction (DCS) and NetOps—to ensure seamless operational coordination without direct reporting authority.

Skills

Team leadership

Data center operations

Networking architecture

Linux experience

Ability to work non-standard hours

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Linux

Job description

Google LLC is seeking an experienced Hardware Operations Manager in Richmond, VA to lead a Data Center Operations team responsible for installing, configuring, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining server hardware and components. You will oversee project installations, network configurations, and escalation handling, with a focus on reliability and safety.

The role requires hands-on leadership, cross-functional coordination, and the ability to operate on non-standard schedules, including