Google's Hardware Operations team is looking to solve the problem of managing and maintaining the physical infrastructure behind Google's search technology, including data center operations and hardware installations.
Requirements
- 8 years of experience in computing infrastructure, networking, operating systems, or hardware.
- 5 years of experience managing technical teams, vendor or contract management and delivery.
- Experience working in data center environments, including building and operating large-scale infrastructure, network, compute architecture, lifecycle, and Linux/Unix system administration.
- Experience with developing network architecture.
- Experience with initiating and executing strategic initiatives in a global environment.
- Experience leading and managing projects from initiation to completion and directing operations management initiatives.
- Experience with Linux/Unix system administration.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day management of teams within data center operations.
- Work together to identify and resolve problems and create solutions for the global computing and network architecture.
- Manage the implementation of projects within the team and effectively communicate business priorities and facilitate hand-off operations to following shift leads.
- Install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware (like servers and its components) and server software (like Google's Linux cluster).
- Take charge of complicated installations/troubleshooting.
- Configure more complex components such as networks, routers, hubs, bridges, switches and networking protocols.
- Lead small project teams on larger installations and develop project contingency plans.
Other
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience.
- Ability to work non-standard hours, including varying rotations/shifts.
- Ability to hire, coach and develop a team while achieving strategic business goals.
- Ability to demonstrate the ability to implement and drive the safety culture at the site, while fostering collaborative team environment.
- Ability to lead and improve Environmental Health and Safety initiatives.
