Data Center Server Operations Manager, Global Server Operations

Google; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15% bonus

Equity

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Google Inc. is seeking a Data Center Server Operations Manager in Reston, Virginia. This role involves leading a team of Data Center Technicians within third-party facilities, ensuring that Google's sophisticated server, storage, and networking systems are operational at high availability and safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have 8 years of experience in computing infrastructure and at least 5 years in management. You'll be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, guiding your team through hardware lifecycles, and managing complex infrastructure deployments.

Salary ranges from $138,000 to $201,000, plus bonuses and equity. This position requires excellent strategic problem-solving skills and the ability to manage remote teams.

Qualifications

• 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, nights, holidays, and shift-based schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of individuals and set individual and team priorities.
• Partner with teams to meet goals and manage facility activities.
• Maintain security and operational procedures and track trends for improvements.
• Repair, fix, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment and servers.
• Support the implementation of EHS and other compliance programs.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic problem-solving

Technical understanding of data centers

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent

Job description

Data Center Server Operations Manager, Global Server Operations

Reston, VA, USA

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, nights, holidays, and shift-based schedules as required.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience working in data center environments, including building and operating large-scale infrastructure, network and compute architecture and lifecycle, and Linux/Unix system administration.
• Experience with initiating and executing strategic initiatives in a global environment.
• Experience leading operations in a 24x7 environment.
• Excellent strategic problem-solving skills and experience managing remote teams.
• Track record of leading and improving Environmental Health and Safety initiatives.
• Demonstrate the ability to implement and drive the safety culture at the site, while fostering a collaborative team environment.

About the job

As a Server Operations Manager on the third‑party data centers (3PDC)-EFS team, you will lead a team of Data Center Technicians within third‑party facilities, ensuring Google’s sophisticated server, storage, and networking systems meet strict availability targets, service level agreements, and environmental safety standards at scale.

In this role, you will oversee day‑to‑day operations and guide your team through the entire lifecycle of server and network hardware, including installation, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and decommissioning.

Additionally, you will take charge of complex infrastructure deployments, manage project timelines, and develop robust contingency plans. As a people manager, you will be deeply invested in your team’s professional development and career growth while modeling teamwork attributes that positively impact site culture.

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 keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.

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.

Benefits

US: $138,000 - $201,000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits. Individual pay is determined by factors including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

EEO Statement

Google is a proud 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 or 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.)

Additional Information

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.