Data Center Server 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.

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

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

role.

* 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:

* 3 years of experience in managing and developing other people managers.

* Experience initiating and executing strategic initiatives in a global

environment.

* Expertise in Linux operating systems and developing network architecture.

* 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.

Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the

Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and

maintaining our data centers to building the next generation of Google

platforms, we make Google's product portfolio possible. We're proud to be our

engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we

can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have

the best and fastest experience possible.

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:

* Site Leadership and Strategy: Oversee the day-to-day management of the

site-level server operations team, ensuring all priorities are consistent

with global company objectives.

* Safety and EHS: Implement and drive a robust safety culture at the site,

advocating Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) initiatives to foster a

secure, and collaborative environment.

* People Management and Succession: Hire, coach, and develop a high-performing

team of managers and technicians; actively lead succession planning and build

a robust talent pipeline.

* Operational Performance: Accountable for localized metrics, including KPIs,

SLAs, and SLOs, while identifying opportunities for process optimization.

* Cross-Functional Influence: Align and guide site partners—including

Facilities (DCOps), Security, GSO-L, Construction (DCS) and NetOps—to ensure

seamless operational coordination without direct reporting authority.