Data Center Technician

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.

As a Data Center (DC) Technician, you will deploy and maintain Google's advanced data center server and network infrastructure. You will be responsible for installing, configuring, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing hardware and server software. You will also handle the configuration of complex components, such as networks, routers, bridges, and switches. Additionally, you will participate in or lead local project teams on larger installations and develop contingency plans.

In this role, your duties range from the physical deployment of data center technology to collaborating closely with various stakeholders. You will ensure that projects are delivered successfully and remain repeatable across Google's global data centers. A typical day involves moving and installing equipment; it offers the opportunity to work directly with infrastructure to ensure Google data center quality and reliability.

The AI and Infrastructure team is redefining what’s possible. We empower Google customers with breakthrough capabilities and insights by delivering AI and Infrastructure at unparalleled scale, efficiency, reliability and velocity. Our customers include Googlers, Google Cloud customers, and billions of Google users worldwide.

We're the driving team behind Google's groundbreaking innovations, empowering the development of our cutting-edge AI models, delivering unparalleled computing power to global services, and providing the essential platforms that enable developers to build the future. From software to hardware our teams are shaping the future of world-leading hyperscale computing, with key teams working on the development of our TPUs, Vertex AI for Google Cloud, Google Global Networking, Data Center operations, systems research, and much more.

• Deploy and operate new data center infrastructure across projects or teams (e.g., machine learning platforms, network architecture).
• Report issues and follow data center procedures to troubleshoot and diagnose moderately complex issues with equipment or infrastructure as they arise, and identify the resources needed to resolve identified issues.
• Diagnose, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment, servers, machines, and infrastructure based on identified issues with multiple solutions, independently.
• Execute advanced operational procedures as part of daily work activities and follow security policies and processes and shift work is required to meet evolving business needs and operational schedules.
• Collaborate with the partner teams (e.g., Program Managers, Data Center Operations, Software and Hardware Engineers) to complete tasks, to escalate and resolve defined problems.

Minimum

qualifications

• Experience with assembly of mechanical or electrical systems, or performing component-level repairs and troubleshooting on technical equipment.
• Experience with diagnosing and troubleshooting operating systems, computer hardware and server hardware.
• Experience with networking protocols.
• Ability to lift/move 50lb (23kg) of equipment and ability to exert yourself physically over extended periods of time, including frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, pushing/pulling and lifting.
• Ability to work non-standard hours, including working weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required.

Preferred

qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Arts or Science or equivalent practical experience.
• 2 years of experience in troubleshooting hardware and network issues using Linux tools (e.g., LPIC-1, CCNA).
• Proven experience in maintenance of server and storage systems.
• Experience working within a data center or network operation center environment.
• Solid understanding of networking concepts, including topology and protocols.
• Ability to communicate in English fluently to support client relationship management in this region.