Global Data Center Operations Leader (3rd Shift)

Google; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 138,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Google is seeking a Facilities Management leader to oversee daily operations of offices and data centers. You will provide on-shift leadership, coaching, and performance management to ensure reliable computing and network architecture across sites.

The role requires strategy-driven leadership and a collaborative approach to safety and efficiency. The team crafts scalable infrastructure, supports world‑class services, and maintains safe environments while delivering excellent client experiences.

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 working weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated on-shift leadership, performance management, and escalations support during regular business hours (11:00 PM - 7:30 AM, third (3rd) Shift).
• Work together to identify and resolve problems and create solutions for our global computing and network architecture.
• Hire, coach and develop a team while achieving strategic business goals.
• Ensure data center-related priorities are consistent with company objectives. Demonstrate the ability to implement and drive the safety culture at the site, while fostering a collaborative team environment.
• 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.

Skills

Leadership on-shift

Team management

Problem solving

Non-standard hours

Education

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

Job description

Google is seeking a Facilities Management leader to oversee daily operations of offices and data centers. You will provide on-shift leadership, coaching, and performance management to ensure reliable computing and network architecture across sites.

The role requires strategy-driven leadership and a collaborative approach to safety and efficiency. The team crafts scalable infrastructure, supports world‑class services, and maintains safe environments while delivering excellent client experiences.