Area Lead, Data Center Operations, Third-Party Data Center

About the Role

The Data Center team designs and operates some of the most sophisticated electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and HVAC systems in the world. As a Third-Party Data Center (3PDC) Area Lead, you will lead and empower a high-performing team deeply integrated into every facet of our colocation operations—encompassing electrical, cooling, and Information Technology (IT) infrastructure. You will serve as a critical bridge between internal teams and external vendor partners, advocating operational standards across all third-party facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and empower a team of Technical Operations Managers across North and South America with full tactical accountability for Third-Party Data Center (3PDC) facility operations, ensuring compliance with Google design standards and project schedules.
• Provide direct oversight to 3PDC operations providers, auditing compliance and monitoring critical systems to minimize risk, ensure rapid excursion response, and maintain equipment to global standards.
• Conduct operational assessments, risk analysis, and site selection evaluations, applying deep technical domain knowledge to influence next-generation data center designs and optimize future infrastructure.
• Act as the primary operational partner for key stakeholders, driving alignment, transparent communication, and continuous improvement across facility and maintenance programs globally.
• Oversee technical leads in executing critical maintenance and repairs while driving regional strategies to minimize operational costs, maximize efficiency, and reduce environmental impact.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree, trade school certification, or other certified training in Industrial Engineering, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Management, Reliability Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 12 years of experience in electrical, mechanical/HVAC, or controls in an industrial/commercial environment.
• 3 years of experience in developing and managing managers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Management, Reliability Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) and applying predictive engineering principles across mission-critical facilities.
• Experience managing compliance programs and driving continuous improvement in facility, safety, and operational standards across third-party colocation environments.
• Proven track record of communicating complex technical concepts, risk analyses, and directions effectively with cross-functional leaders and executives.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze operational metrics, build data-driven resource requirement forecasts, and optimize multi-site facility budgets.

Pay

US: $205,000 - $285,000 (USD) + 25% bonus target + equity + benefits

Note: This role is not eligible for U.S. immigration sponsorship. Preferred working locations include: Wilmer, TX, USA; Austin, TX, USA; Lancaster, TX, USA; Houston, TX, USA.