Data Center Technician III, Third Party Data Centers
Google London, UK
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
* Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting operating systems, computer/server hardware, or networking protocols.
* Experience performing component‑level repairs on IT equipment.
* Ability to lift and move 50 lb (23 kg) of equipment and exert physically over extended periods of time, including frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, pushing/pulling and lifting.
* Must be able to work non‑standard hours, including weekends, night shifts, holidays and shift‑based schedules as required.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with server hardware, maintenance/repair and troubleshooting/diagnosing.
* Knowledge of networking, including basic topology and protocol understanding.
* Ability to communicate in English fluently, to support client relationship management in this region.
* Excellent Linux skills, including installation, systems administration and troubleshooting.
Responsibilities
* Deploy and operate new data center infrastructure across projects or functions.
* Report issues and follow data center procedures to troubleshoot and diagnose straightforward issues with equipment or infrastructure as they arise, and apply the resources needed to resolve identified issues.
* Maintain the security and integrity of data, track various forms of media to check for standard data security issues (e.g., data was not properly erased) handled in accordance with Google security standards.
* Disassemble specific equipment that has reached its end‑of‑life via part replacement or maintenance, in a team setting.
* Repair, fix, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment, servers, machines, or infrastructure based on identified issues with defined solutions and limited guidance.
About the Job
Google's 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 will install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware such as servers and their components, as well as server software like Google's Linux cluster. You will also configure more complex components including networks, routers, hubs, bridges, switches and networking protocols. You may 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 be physically demanding, you are excited to work with infrastructure that is at the cutting edge of computer technology.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents‑to‑be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google's EEO Policy, Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal, Belonging at Google, and How we hire.
English Proficiency Requirement
Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.
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