Data Center Operations Manager

Google•Las Vegas, NV

1d•$138,000 - $200,000

About The Position

The Data Center Operations Manager oversees data center and facility operations, including computing and networking operations at one or more sites. The role manages a team of Data Center Technicians and technical staff, overseeing quality installation of server hardware and components as well as complicated installations and troubleshooting. The manager is responsible for meeting organizational goals and Service Level Objectives (SLOs), setting team priorities, and working with stakeholders to implement short- and long-term site strategies. The position also involves executing security and operational procedures, analyzing trends for improvement, and performing preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment and infrastructure. Weekend, evening, off-hours, night-shift, holiday, and shift-based work may be required.

Requirements

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 a technical team.
Ability to work non-standard hours, including weekends, night shifts, holidays, and shift-based schedules as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with third-party colocation providers.
Experience leading and managing projects from initiation to completion and directing operations management initiatives.
Comfort with ambiguity and shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

Oversee the computing and networking operations of one or more data center sites, ensuring SLOs are met and team performance is aligned with those goals.
Hire, coach, and develop technical staff to meet objectives.
Identify problems and create solutions for computing and network architecture.
Work with others to set and implement short-term and long-term site strategies, ensuring data center priorities are consistent with company objectives.
Manage and implement multiple projects for the team.
Oversee quality installation of server hardware and components, including complicated installations and troubleshooting.
Execute security and operational procedures, analyze trends for improvement, and perform preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment and infrastructure.