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Data Center Operations Manager

Google · United States · On-site

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About Google

Learn more about Google. Explore our innovative AI products and services, and how we. Backed by Kleiner Perkins.

About the role

At Google, we aim to foster Googley work environments that are collaborative, friendly and fun. The Facilities Management team brings our spaces to life as you oversee the daily operations of our offices. While roles with similar names at other companies can be far more mundane, you're a creative, organized customer service specialist, who takes pride in seeing things run smoothly and efficiently. You go out of your way to make sure that clients are not only satisfied, but singing Google's praises.

What they're looking for

  • 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 working weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required
More about this role
  • Oversee the computing and networking operations of a data center site(s). Ensure SLOs are met and team performance is aligned to those goals.
  • Hire, coach, and develop a team of technical staff to meet objectives. Weekend, evening or off-hours management support may be required.
  • Identify problems and create solutions for computing and network architecture.
  • Work with others to set and implement short-term and long-term strategy for the site and ensure data center related priorities are consistent with company objectives.
  • Take responsibility for the management and implementation of multiple projects for your team.
  • 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 working weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required.

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...

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