Data Center Operations Manager, Global Server Operations (English, French)
Google Saint-Ghislain, Walloon Region, Belgium
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Data Center Operations Manager, Global Server Operations (English, French)
Google Saint-Ghislain, Walloon Region, Belgium
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* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
* 8 years of experience in computing infrastructure, networking, operating systems, or hardware.
* 3 years of experience managing technical teams, vendor or agreement management, and delivery.
* Ability to communicate fluently in English and French to support client relationship management in this region.
Minimum qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
* 8 years of experience in computing infrastructure, networking, operating systems, or hardware.
* 3 years of experience managing technical teams, vendor or agreement management, and delivery.
* Fluent communication in English and French to support client relationships in this region.
Preferred qualifications:
* Experience working in data center environments, including building and operating large-scale infrastructure, network and compute architecture, lifecycle management, and Linux/Unix system administration.
* Experience initiating and executing strategic initiatives in a global environment.
* Ability to lead and improve Environmental Health and Safety initiatives.
* Willingness to travel up to 30% as needed.
About The Job
Google's Hardware Operations team manages the physical infrastructure behind its powerful search technology. As a Hardware Operations Manager, you will lead a team of Data Center Technicians, overseeing hardware installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
Your team will handle server hardware, components, network devices, and complex systems like routers and switches. You may lead small project teams for larger installations and develop contingency plans.
You will lead teams to deliver critical data center initiatives, analyze data to identify trends, and implement improvements. You will serve as the escalation point for data center issues, work with partners on strategy and process improvements, and manage projects within budget and timelines.
The Data Center team designs and operates sophisticated electrical and HVAC systems, committed to building and maintaining powerful data centers.
Responsibilities
* Manage daily operations of data center teams.
* Communicate priorities and facilitate shift handovers.
* Identify and resolve operational issues, and develop solutions for infrastructure challenges.
* Manage project implementation within the team.
* Align data center priorities with company objectives.
Google is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. For accommodations, please complete our form. #J-18808-Ljbffr