Data Center Ops Manager — Lead 3rd-Party Infra, Equity

Google LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 138,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Google LLC in Houston, TX is seeking a Data Center Operations Manager for Third Party Data Centers to lead a team of Data Center Technicians and oversee installation and maintenance of server hardware and networking components.

You will manage partnerships with third-party colocation providers, coordinate complex deployments, and ensure security, reliability, and adherence to EHS standards across facilities. Strong vendor and delivery leadership required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience in computing infrastructure, networking, operating systems, or hardware.
• 5 years of experience managing technical, vendor, contract management, or delivery teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Data Center Technicians and oversee quality installation of server hardware and components.
• Meet goals with stakeholders, manage facility activities, and set short- and long-term strategies.
• Maintain, monitor, and execute security and operational procedures; analyze trends for improvements.

Skills

Computing infrastructure

Networking

Operating systems

Hardware

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Vendor management

Contract management

Third-party data centers

Job description

Google LLC in Houston, TX is seeking a Data Center Operations Manager for Third Party Data Centers to lead a team of Data Center Technicians and oversee installation and maintenance of server hardware and networking components.

You will manage partnerships with third-party colocation providers, coordinate complex deployments, and ensure security, reliability, and adherence to EHS standards across facilities. Strong vendor and delivery leadership required.