Data Center Server Operations Manager

Google Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 115,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15% bonus target

Equity options

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Google Inc. is seeking a Hardware Operations Manager in South Carolina to manage the quality installation of server hardware while leading a team of Data Center Technicians. Your responsibilities will include overseeing operations, troubleshooting complex hardware, and ensuring adherence to safety and compliance standards.

With at least 5 years of experience in infrastructure and a Bachelor's degree in a technical field, you will be pivotal in managing Google’s physical infrastructures that support cutting-edge technologies.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $115,000 to $166,000, alongside bonuses and equity opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in computing infrastructure, networking, operating systems, or hardware.
• 2 years managing technical teams, vendor or agreement management and delivery.
• Ability to work non-standard hours, including weekends and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team and communicate priorities that support organizational goals.
• Partner with teams to manage facility activities and set/implement strategies.
• Repair and perform maintenance on servers and infrastructure.

Skills

Experience in computing infrastructure

Networking

Operating systems

Hardware management

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent

Tools

Linux system administration

Networking protocols

Job description

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• Bachelor's degree in a 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 agreement management and delivery.
• Must have the ability to work non-standard hours, including working weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience working in data center environments, including building and operating infrastructure, network and compute architecture, and their life cycle, and linux/unix system administration.
• Experience building and leading a collaborative team environment, with an ability to implement and drive the safety culture.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills.

About the job

Google isn't just a software company. The Hardware Operations team is responsible for monitoring the 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 team 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: $115000 - $166000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

Responsibilities

• 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 contribute 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.

Equity is granted exclusively and discretionarily by Alphabet Inc. on the basis of an agreement concluded between you and Alphabet Inc. Alphabet Inc. is your sole contractual partner with respect to equity grants. GSU grants are not guaranteed, are discretionary, are subject to approval by the Alphabet Inc. board of directors or its delegate, the terms of the relevant Alphabet Inc. stock plan, and your grant agreement. They have no impact on statutory payments. Current or past grants do not confer an acquired right.