Website Google
Position Summary:
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 take on 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.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and contribute to efforts and projects in the deployment, maintenance, and support of data center infrastructure.
- Help test and troubleshoot server hardware components and designs.
- Lead troubleshooting and resolve critical or escalated technical issues regarding affected equipment.
- Configure and troubleshoot OS-related issues on server.
Required Education & Experience:
- Experience with Linux operating systems.
- Experience in maintenance and monitoring of server systems.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience in project management and leadership.
- Experience with computer and server hardware or troubleshooting/diagnosing.
- Experience working within a data center or network operation center environment.
- Experience with operating systems and networking protocols.
- Ability to travel internationally up to 50% of the time.
- Ability to collaborate and partner with teams to overcome challenges.