--- title: Data Center Operations Manager, Global Server description: Google is hiring for the Data Center Operations Manager, Global Server Operations role in Sparks, NV. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/data-center-operations-manager-global-server-operations-at-google-01a1309c-f925-786b-a854-108080ee2b2e date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Google as Data Center Operations Manager, Global Server Operations in Sparks, NV. Pays $122K–$173K per year. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/p0znnm.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [Google](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/google?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Sparks, NV | | **Salary** | $122K/yr - $173K/yr | | **Posted** | Oct 12, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** Google sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 9,179 H-1B petitions (FY2026 Q1 – FY2026 Q4). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Google. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $148,000 – $169,000 a year (median $148,000). ## 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 a Hardware Operations Manager, you will manage a team of Data Center Technicians. You will oversee the quality installation of server hardware and components and take charge of complicated installations/troubleshooting. Your team will install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware (like servers and its components) and server software (like Google's Linux cluster). They will also take on the configuration of more complex components such as networks, routers, hubs, bridges, switches and networking protocols. They may lead small project teams on larger installations and develop project contingency plans. 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 force 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. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $122000 - $173000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits Learn more about [benefits at Google](https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/benefits/). - Foster a collaborative team environment and effectively communicate business priorities. - Oversee the day-to-day management of teams within data center operations, work together to identify and resolve problems, and create solutions for global computing and network architecture. - Demonstrate the ability to implement and drive the safety culture at the site. - Manage the implementation of projects within the team and ensure data center-related priorities are consistent with company objectives. - Maintain the ability to work non-standard hours, including working weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required. ### Minimum qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience. - 5 years of experience in computing infrastructure, networking, operating systems, or hardware. - 5 years of experience managing technical teams, vendor or contract management and delivery. - Ability to work non-standard hours, including working weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required. ### Preferred qualifications: - Experience in managing technical teams, vendor or contract management, and service delivery. - Experience working in data center environments, including building and operating infrastructure, network and compute architecture and life-cycle, and Linux/Unix system administration. - Experience with initiating and executing initiatives in a global environment. - Demonstrated strong performance and experience with data gathering, analysis and presentation skills. - Excellent problem-solving skills. - Track record of leading and improving Environmental Health and Safety initiatives. - Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience. - 5 years of experience in computing infrastructure, networking, operating systems, or hardware. - 5 years of experience managing technical teams, vendor or contract management and delivery. - Ability to work non-standard hours, including working weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required. ## Skills - System Administration - Network Engineering - Problem Solving - Data Centers - Environment Health And Safety - Service Delivery - IT Infrastructure - Contract Management - Network Architecture - Presentation Skills - Data Collection - Unix - Data Center Operations - Demonstration Skills - Safety Culture ## Related - [More jobs at Google](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/google?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Technology & Software jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [IT Manager jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software/it-managers?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [IT Manager jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software/it-managers/it-manager?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Nevada](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/nevada?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 21638 jobs - [Technology, Information and Internet](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/technology/technology-information-and-internet?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 11788 jobs - [Google](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/google?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 3839 jobs - [Sparks, NV](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/nevada/sparks?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 1471 jobs ## Related pages - [Nevada](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/nevada?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 21638 jobs - [Technology, Information and Internet](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/technology/technology-information-and-internet?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 11788 jobs - [Google](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/google?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 3839 jobs - [Sparks, NV](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/nevada/sparks?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 1471 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)