Data Center Operations Manager

Google•Reno, NV

2h•$122,000 - $173,000

About The Position

Google's Hardware Operations team monitors the physical infrastructure behind Google's services. In this role, you will manage a team of Data Center Technicians and oversee the quality installation of server hardware and components, including complex installations and troubleshooting. The team installs, configures, tests, troubleshoots, and maintains hardware and server software, and configures network components and protocols. Team members may also lead small project teams on larger installations and develop contingency plans. The role is part of Google's AI and Infrastructure team, which delivers AI and infrastructure capabilities at scale for Google employees, Google Cloud customers, and Google users. The team supports Google's AI models, global services, developer platforms, and hyperscale computing, including work across TPUs, Vertex AI, global networking, data center operations, and systems research. Pay in the US is $122,000–$173,000, plus a 15% bonus target, equity, and benefits. Individual pay depends on job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
At least 5 years of experience in computing infrastructure, networking, operating systems, or hardware.
At least 2 years of experience managing technical teams, vendor or contract management, and delivery.
Ability to work non-standard hours, including weekends, night shifts, holidays, and shift-based schedules as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing operations in large-scale data center environments or third-party colocation facilities.
Advanced expertise in Linux/Unix system administration, computer networking, optical systems, and hardware architecture.
Demonstrated experience initiating and executing strategic operational programs and leading Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) initiatives.
Proficiency in scripting and data analysis tools to automate diagnostics and operational reporting.
Strong vendor management and cross-functional stakeholder leadership skills in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

Lead a team, set and communicate individual and team priorities that support organizational goals, and conduct regular performance and development discussions with feedback and coaching.
Partner with teams to meet goals and work with stakeholders to manage facility activities and set and implement short- and long-term strategies.
Maintain, monitor, and execute security and operational procedures; track and analyze trends to identify improvement opportunities and ensure alignment with organizational policies.
Repair, fix, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment, servers, machines, or infrastructure based on identified issues.
Support and contribute to Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and other compliance programs and initiatives with other teams, ensuring environmental and safety incidents are investigated, resolved, and reported.
Oversee the quality installation of server hardware and components and manage complicated installations and troubleshooting.
Manage work involving the installation, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of hardware and server software, as well as configuration of network components and protocols.