Data Center Technician, Technical Operations

Google is a global technology leader providing innovative solutions and services through its powerful search technology and various digital products.
Phoenix, AZ, USA
$66,500 - $100,000
DevOps
Entry-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
2+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Data Center Technician, Technical Operations

Google's Hardware Operations team seeks a Data Center Technician to maintain their state-of-the-art physical infrastructure. This role involves hands-on work with servers, components, and networking equipment in Google's data centers. You'll be responsible for installing, configuring, testing, and troubleshooting hardware and server software, including Google's Linux cluster. The position requires physical capability as it involves manual movement of racks and equipment. As part of the Technical Infrastructure team, you'll help maintain the backbone of Google's vast product portfolio, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. The role offers competitive compensation including base salary, bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on technical work, problem-solving, and working with cutting-edge technology infrastructure. The team takes pride in being the engineers' engineers, maintaining networks and ensuring the best possible user experience. This role combines technical expertise with physical infrastructure management, making it an exciting opportunity for those interested in data center operations.

Last updated 10 days ago

Responsibilities For Data Center Technician, Technical Operations

  • Deploy and operate new data center infrastructure across projects or functions
  • Report issues and follow data center procedures to troubleshoot and diagnose issues with equipment or infrastructure
  • Maintain the security and integrity of data
  • Disassemble specific equipment that has reached its end-of-life
  • Repair, fix, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment, servers, machines, or infrastructure

Requirements For Data Center Technician, Technical Operations

Linux
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting operating systems and computer/server hardware or networking protocols
  • Ability to lift/move 50lb (23kg) of equipment
  • Ability to work non-standard hours, including weekends, holidays and shift-based schedule
  • Ability to collaborate and partner with teams
  • Ability to adapt to changes in a dynamic work environment

Benefits For Data Center Technician, Technical Operations

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Benefits package (not specified in detail)

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