Data Center IT Infrastructure Manager
Data Center IT Infrastructure Manager
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 Data Center IT Infrastructure Manager, you will manage a team of Operations Assemblers and Operations Engineers. 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 tackle 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're always on call to keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day management of teams within data center operations.
- Work with others to identify problems and create solutions for computing and network architecture.
- Take responsibility for the management and implementation of multiple projects for your team.
- Hire, coach and develop a team of technical staff to meet objectives.
- Ensure data center related priorities are consistent with company objectives.
Minimum qualifications:
- BA/BS degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience managing managers/team leads and technical teams.
- Ability to speak and write in English fluently and idiomatically.
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience working in data centers and building out infrastructure.
- Experience with Linux/Unix system administration. Experience working in data centers and building out infrastructure.
- Strong understanding of HVAC and power requirements for high-availability data centers.
- Strong understanding of networks and PC hardware architecture including maintenance and repair.
- Demonstrated strategic problem solving skills.