Google

Third-Party Data Center Operations Manager

Google$138K — $200K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

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.
  • Experience in data center environments including infrastructure building and network/compute architecture lifecycle.
  • Ability to work non-standard hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and implement multiple projects within the team.
  • Ensure alignment of data center priorities with company objectives.
  • Recruit, coach, and develop a skilled technical team.
  • Collaborate on crafting and executing short- and long-term site strategies.
  • Oversee the operations of computing hardware and networking in a data center, troubleshooting issues as they arise.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance plans.
  • Generous paid time off policy.
  • Employee wellness programs.
  • Retirement planning options such as 401(k).
  • Professional development opportunities through training.
Full Job Description
Minimum 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.
  • Experience working in data center environments, including building and operating infrastructure, and network and compute architecture and lifecycle, and Linux/Unix system administration.
  • Ability to work non-standard hours, including working weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required.

Preferred qualifications:
  • Experience leading and improving Environmental, Health, and Safety initiatives.
  • Experience with initiating and executing strategic initiatives in a global environment.
  • Ability to implement and drive the safety culture at the site, while fostering a collaborative team environment.
  • Excellent strategic problem-solving skills.


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 Hardware Operations team is responsible for monitoring the physical infrastructure behind Google's powerful search technology. As a Third-Party Data Center 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 (e.g., servers and its components) and server software (e.g. 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 US base salary range for this full-time position is $138,000-$200,000 bonus equity benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google .

Responsibilities
  • Take responsibility for the management and implementation of multiple projects for your team.
  • Ensure data center related priorities are consistent with company objectives.
  • Hire, coach, and develop a team of technical staff to meet objectives.
  • Work with others to set and implement short-term and long-term strategy for the site.
  • Oversee the computing hardware and networking operations of a data center site, while identifying problems and creating solutions for computing and network architecture.


About Google

Google is a multinational technology company that specializes in Internet-related services and products. These include online advertising technologies, search engine, cloud computing, software, and hardware. Google was founded in 1998 by Larry Page and Sergey Brin while they were Ph.D. students at Stanford University. The company has grown tremendously since then and has become one of the most valuable companies in the world. Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful.
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156,500 employees
Market Cap
$1,115.4 billion
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Net Income
$40.2 billion
Founded
1998
5 Year Trend
+23.3%
Revenue
$182.5 billion
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