Data Center Server Operations Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Equity

Benefits

Job summary

Google LLC is seeking an experienced Share Data Center Server Operations Manager in Wichita Falls, TX. You will lead a team responsible for installing, configuring, testing, and maintaining server hardware and related software, including Linux clusters, while directing complex deployments and troubleshooting.

The role requires strong data center discipline, vendor and contract management, and the ability to work non-standard hours.

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.
• Ability to work non-standard hours, including weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Data Center Technicians, setting priorities and coaching for performance.
• Partner with teams and stakeholders to manage facility activities and implement strategies.
• Maintain, monitor, and execute security and operational procedures, analyze trends to identify improvements.
• Repair, fix, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment, servers, and infrastructure.
• Support EHS and other compliance programs and initiatives across teams.

Skills

Data center operations

Networking

Linux/Unix administration

Server hardware

Leadership

Vendor management

Contract management

Delivery team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience

Tools

Data center monitoring systems

Server hardware management tools

Job description

Share Data Center Server Operations Manager

corporate_fare Google place Wichita Falls, TX, USA

• 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.
• 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, and network and compute architecture and life-cycle, and Linux/Unix system administration.
• Experience with initiating and executing strategic initiatives in a global environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to implement and drive the safety culture at the site, while fostering an collaborative team environment.
• Track record of leading and improving 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. 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 Data Center team designs and operates some of the most sophisticated electrical and Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems in the world. We are an upbeat, creative, team-oriented group of engineers committed to building and operating powerful data centers. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $138000 - $200000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits.

• Lead a team of individuals, setting and communicating individual and team priorities that support organizational goals, and 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.