Operations Manager, Global Server Ops
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 12, 2026. Google scores B on the Alion truth index.
About the job
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 an Operations Technician, you'll install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware (like servers and its components) and server software (like Google's Linux cluster). You'll also address the configuration of more complex components such as networks, routers, hubs, bridges, switches and networking protocols. You'll participate in or lead small project teams on larger installations and develop project contingency plans. A typical day involves manual movement and installation of racks, and while it can sometimes be physically demanding, you are excited to work with infrastructure that is at the cutting-edge of computer technology.
You manage a team that ensures the quality installation of server hardware and components. You coordinate over multiple sites and take charge of complicated installations/troubleshooting.
As a Server Operations Manager in the Third-Party Data Centers (TPDC) team, you'll be responsible for daily operations in third-party operated data center facilities. In this role, you'll manage a team of Data Center Operation Managers or Technicians and oversee the installation and maintenance of server and network infrastructure. You'll take charge of installations/troubleshooting and ensure timely completion of project work. As a people manager, you'll look after your team's development and career growth.
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 keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.Netherlands: €144000 - €147000 (EUR) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits
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Responsibilities
- Manage the Data Center operations.
- Lead a team of Operations Managers or Data Center Technician direct reports.
- Set and communicate individual and team priorities that support organizational goals. Meet regularly with individuals to discuss performance and development, and provide feedback and coaching.
- Maintain, monitor, and execute security and operational procedures and track/analyze trends to identify opportunities for improvements ensuring alignment with organizational policies.
- Support and contribute to the implementation of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and other compliance programs and initiatives in collaboration with other teams to ensure environmental and safety incidents are investigated, resolved, and reported.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience managing managers.
- 10 years of experience working in data center environments, including building and operating infrastructure, network and compute architecture and lifecycle, and Linux/Unix system administration.
Preferred qualifications:
Experience with initiating and executing initiatives in a global environment.
Track record of leading and improving Environmental Health and Safety initiatives.
- Demonstrate the ability to implement and drive the safety culture at the site, while fostering collaborative team environment
Excellent strategic problem-solving skills.