Global Data Center Operations Leader

Google; Virginia; On-site; USD 138,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Google seeks a Server Operations Manager to lead a Data Center team, ensuring quality installation and operation of servers and networking hardware. You will manage projects, coordinate with vendors, and drive continuous improvements in compute and network infrastructure at scale.

You will guide a team of Data Center Technicians, oversee complex installations, and ensure reliability for Google's hyperscale services, while championing safety and efficiency in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience in computing infrastructure, networking, OS, 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

• Oversee day-to-day data center operations, managing technical teams, vendors, and service delivery while hiring, coaching, and developing talent to achieve strategic business goals.
• Drive the deployment, maintenance, and support of global computing, network, and compute architecture, in Linux/Unix environments and large-scale setups.
• Initiate and manage complex infrastructure projects, solving strategic problems to align site priorities with global objectives.
• Implement and foster an Environmental Health and Safety culture on-site, ensuring a collaborative, aligned team environment.
• Support continuous 24/7 operations in the RIC metro, with flexibility to work assigned shifts.

Skills

Team management

Vendor management

Contract management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Job description

Google seeks a Server Operations Manager to lead a Data Center team, ensuring quality installation and operation of servers and networking hardware. You will manage projects, coordinate with vendors, and drive continuous improvements in compute and network infrastructure at scale.

You will guide a team of Data Center Technicians, oversee complex installations, and ensure reliability for Google's hyperscale services, while championing safety and efficiency in a dynamic environment.