Data Center Operations Site Lead

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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

* 10 years of experience managing technical teams in charge of installing,

configuring, testing, troubleshooting, or maintaining hardware servers and

its components.

* 5 years of experience in a people management, supervision, or team leadership

role.

* 5 years of experience in site-level data center operational leadership.

* Experience with different operating systems (e.g., Linux) and developing

network architecture.

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

holidays and on shift-based schedules as required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Expertise in Linux operating systems and developing network architecture.

* Experience initiating and executing initiatives in a global environment.

* Demonstrated passion for operations, people management, and leadership.

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 AI and Infrastructure team is redefining what’s possible. We empower Google

customers with breakthrough capabilities and insights by delivering AI and

Infrastructure at unparalleled scale, efficiency, reliability and velocity. Our

customers include Googlers, Google Cloud customers, and billions of Google users

worldwide.

We're the driving force behind Google's groundbreaking innovations, empowering

the development of our cutting-edge AI models, delivering unparalleled computing

power to global services, and providing the essential platforms that enable

developers to build the future. From software to hardware our teams are shaping

the future of world-leading hyperscale computing, with key teams working on the

development of our TPUs, Vertex AI for Google Cloud, Google Global Networking,

Data Center operations, systems research, and much more.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills,

experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $205000 - $285000 (USD) + 25% bonus target + equity + benefits

Learn more about benefits at Google

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

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Oversee the day-to-day management of the site-level server operations team,

ensuring all priorities are consistent with global company objectives.

* Implement and drive a safety culture at the site, advocating Environmental

Health and Safety (EHS) initiatives to foster a secure, and collaborative

environment.

* Hire, coach, and develop a high-performing team of managers and technicians;

actively lead succession planning and build a talent pipeline.

* Manage localized metrics, including KPIs, SLAs, and SLOs, while identifying

opportunities for process optimization.

* Align and guide site partners—including Facilities (DCOps), Security, GSO-L,

Construction (DCS) and NetOps—to ensure seamless operational coordination

without direct reporting authority.