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Data Center Operations Manager, Third Party Data Centers

Google·Houston, Texas
Full-timerotating

Salary

$138k–$200k/ annually

Posted today

Application completed on Google

About This Role

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.

* Ability to work non-standard hours, including working weekends, night shifts,

holidays and on shift-based schedules as required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* 10 years of experience in computing infrastructure, networking, operating

systems, or hardware.

* Experience working with third-party colocation providers.

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 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

Learn more about benefits at Google

[https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/benefits/].

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.

Required Skills

Computing infrastructureNetworkingOperating systemsHardware maintenanceVendor managementContract managementTeam leadershipTroubleshootingData center operationsProject managementLinuxElectrical systemsHVAC systemsSecurity proceduresEnvironmental health and safety

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