Product area

The Data Center team designs and operates some of the most sophisticated electrical and HVAC systems in the world. We are a diverse, upbeat, creative, team-oriented group of engineers committed to building and operating powerful data centers.

Job description

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.

Qualifications

Job responsibilities

• Contribute to efforts/projects in the deployment, maintenance, and support of current and new data center infrastructure.
• Learn and apply skills in repairing and troubleshooting different machine platforms.
• Participate in complex troubleshooting and resolve critical technical issues.
• Test and troubleshoot new server and network hardware components and designs.
• Install and maintain switches, routers, and other networking gear. Configure and troubleshoot Linux OS-related issues.

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting one of the following: operating systems and computer/server hardware or networking protocols.
• Experience Data Centers, Linux, Hardware, Networking, OSI Model, Written Communication, Teamwork, Communication.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in maintenance of server systems.
• Experience working within a data center or network operation center environment.
• Experience with troubleshooting hardware and network issues using Linux tools.
• Knowledge in Networking, including topology and protocol understanding.