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

About the role

This role is not eligible for U.S. immigration sponsorship.

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.

Requirements

• 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 experience 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.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze operational metrics, build data-driven resource requirement forecasts, and optimize multi-site facility budgets.
• Proven track record of communicating complex technical concepts, risk analyses, and directions effectively with cross-functional leaders and executives.

Benefits

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $205000 - $286000 (USD) + 25% bonus target + equity + benefits