Technical Operations Manager, Third Party Data Center Facilities
Core
Manage and validate the operational reliability of third-party data center facilities, focusing on electrical, mechanical, and HVAC infrastructure for Google's global AI and infrastructure needs.
Role type
Senior Technical Operations Manager (Third Party Data Centers)
Builds
Reliable, safe, and efficient third-party operated data center infrastructure for Google Cloud and AI services
Domain
Hyperscale Data Center Operations / Electrical & Mechanical Engineering
Required skills
9+ years in electrical/mechanical/HVAC operations, 9+ years in operations/facilities management, risk analysis, capacity planning, vendor governance, incident management, EHS compliance
Preferred skills
Data center environment experience, global initiative execution, data-driven resource forecasting, creative cost reduction approaches
Technologies
UPS systems, generators, electrical distribution, cooling systems, piping systems, monitoring systems
Responsibilities
Serve as primary contact for third-party colocation data centers to ensure continuous facility availability; Lead response to major power or cooling redundancy failures with focus on incident and risk management; Coordinate capacity expansion works across multiple site locations; Validate technical information and maintenance procedures from third-party vendors; Conduct regular on-site operational assessments to ensure operability and reliability
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic vendor oversight