Minimum qualifications:
- Experience in operating systems and networking protocols.
- Experience in a data center, network operation center, help desk, or similar environments.
- Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting computer and server hardware.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Ability to collaborate and partner with people and teams to overcome challenges.
- Ability to manage engaging and changing priorities.
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 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.
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In this role, you will have duties that range from the physical deployment of data center-related technology to working closely with various stakeholders. You will ensure the goals, missions, and projects are delivered in our global data centers.
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.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $66,500-$100,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google .
Responsibilities
- Repair broken equipment, including servers, networking and storage devices (e.g., replace hard drives, replace RAM, swap CPUs, motherboards, etc.).
- Diagnose/troubleshoot systems, server, and networking equipment.
- Work independently following guidance/instructions from more senior members or leads.
- Lift and move 50 lbs of equipment; work on platforms, ladders and under raised floors.
- Move between different sites to support business needs.