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Data Center Operations roles qualify for employment-based green card sponsorship through EB-2 and EB-3 PERM labor certification, covering positions from infrastructure technicians to senior operations engineers. Employers file a PERM application with DOL, then an I-140 petition with USCIS, before you adjust status to lawful permanent residency.
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- Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience.
- 8 years of experience in computing infrastructure, networking, operating systems, or hardware.
- 5 years of experience managing technical, vendor, contract management, or delivery teams.
- Ability to work non-standard hours, including working weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required.
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience working in data center environments, including building and operating large-scale infrastructure, and network and compute architecture and lifecycle, and Linux/Unix system administration.
- Experience with initiating and executing strategic initiatives in a global environment.
- Experience leading operations in a 24x7 environment.
- Excellent strategic problem-solving skills and experience managing remote teams.
- Track record of leading and improving Environmental Health and Safety initiatives.
- Demonstrate the ability to implement and drive the safety culture at the site, while fostering a various and collaborative team environment.
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As a Server Operations Manager on the third-party data centers (3PDC)-EFS team, you will lead a team of Data Center Technicians within third-party facilities, ensuring Google’s sophisticated server, storage, and networking systems meet strict availability goals, service level agreements, and environmental safety standards at scale.
In this role, you will oversee day-to-day operations and guide your team through the entire life-cycle of server and network hardware, including installation, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and decommissioning.
Additionally, you will take charge of complex infrastructure deployments, manage project timelines, and develop robust contingency plans. As a people manager, you will be deeply invested in your team’s professional development and career growth while modeling teamwork attributes that positively impact site culture.
Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and maintaining our data centers to building the next generation of Google platforms, we make Google's product portfolio possible. We're proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $138000 - $200000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of individuals, set and communicate individual and team priorities that support organizational goals. Meet regularly with individuals to discuss performance and development, and provide feedback and coaching.
- Partner with teams to meet goals and stakeholders to manage facility activities and set/implement short-and long-term strategies.
- Maintain, monitor, and execute security and operational procedures and track/analyze trends to identify opportunities for improvements ensuring alignment with organizational policies.
- Repair, fix, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment, servers, machines, or infrastructure based on identified issues.
- Support and contribute to the implementation of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and other compliance programs and initiatives in collaboration with other teams to ensure environmental and safety incidents are investigated, resolved, and reported.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience.
- 8 years of experience in computing infrastructure, networking, operating systems, or hardware.
- 5 years of experience managing technical, vendor, contract management, or delivery teams.
- Ability to work non-standard hours, including working weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required.
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience working in data center environments, including building and operating large-scale infrastructure, and network and compute architecture and lifecycle, and Linux/Unix system administration.
- Experience with initiating and executing strategic initiatives in a global environment.
- Experience leading operations in a 24x7 environment.
- Excellent strategic problem-solving skills and experience managing remote teams.
- Track record of leading and improving Environmental Health and Safety initiatives.
- Demonstrate the ability to implement and drive the safety culture at the site, while fostering a various and collaborative team environment.
About the job
As a Server Operations Manager on the third-party data centers (3PDC)-EFS team, you will lead a team of Data Center Technicians within third-party facilities, ensuring Google’s sophisticated server, storage, and networking systems meet strict availability goals, service level agreements, and environmental safety standards at scale.
In this role, you will oversee day-to-day operations and guide your team through the entire life-cycle of server and network hardware, including installation, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and decommissioning.
Additionally, you will take charge of complex infrastructure deployments, manage project timelines, and develop robust contingency plans. As a people manager, you will be deeply invested in your team’s professional development and career growth while modeling teamwork attributes that positively impact site culture.
Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and maintaining our data centers to building the next generation of Google platforms, we make Google's product portfolio possible. We're proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $138000 - $200000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of individuals, set and communicate individual and team priorities that support organizational goals. Meet regularly with individuals to discuss performance and development, and provide feedback and coaching.
- Partner with teams to meet goals and stakeholders to manage facility activities and set/implement short-and long-term strategies.
- Maintain, monitor, and execute security and operational procedures and track/analyze trends to identify opportunities for improvements ensuring alignment with organizational policies.
- Repair, fix, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment, servers, machines, or infrastructure based on identified issues.
- Support and contribute to the implementation of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and other compliance programs and initiatives in collaboration with other teams to ensure environmental and safety incidents are investigated, resolved, and reported.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Data Center Operations
Match your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
Data center roles requiring a bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field typically qualify under EB-3. Roles demanding an advanced degree or specialized expertise in large-scale infrastructure design can qualify under EB-2, unlocking a shorter PERM review timeline.
Document vendor certifications before PERM starts
USCIS scrutinizes whether your credentials genuinely match the posted job requirements. Certifications like DCDC, BICSI, or CompTIA Server+ strengthen your PERM file by demonstrating specialization that a domestic worker pool may not easily replicate, reducing the risk of a recruitment audit.
Target employers with existing PERM filing history
Large colocation providers, cloud infrastructure companies, and enterprise IT departments file PERM applications regularly. Searching DOL's OFLC Wage Search for data center operations job titles shows which employers have sponsored similar roles, signaling an established internal immigration process you can rely on.
Use Migrate Mate to find green card sponsoring employers
Filter your data center job search by green card sponsorship history using Migrate Mate. It surfaces employers who have filed PERM applications for infrastructure and operations roles, so you spend less time cold-applying to companies with no sponsorship track record.
Negotiate PERM filing before your OPT or H-1B expires
PERM processing at DOL currently runs over 12 months before USCIS even sees your I-140. If you're already on a temporary status, confirm your employer will file early enough to allow a concurrent I-485 filing or a timely extension, so your authorization doesn't lapse mid-process.
Verify your job title aligns with O*NET classifications
DOL evaluates PERM job requirements against O*NET occupational data. If your employer's posted duties span multiple O*NET categories, such as combining network operations with facilities management, work with your employer's attorney to draft a job description that reflects a single, clearly defined specialty occupation.
Green Card Data Center Operations: Frequently Asked Questions
Do data center operations roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most data center operations positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers or professionals, particularly roles requiring a bachelor's degree in IT, electrical engineering, or computer science. Senior roles requiring an advanced degree or demonstrating specialized expertise in large-scale infrastructure design can qualify under EB-2. Your employer's attorney determines the appropriate category based on the actual job duties and your credentials.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for data center roles?
The H-1B visa is a temporary status lasting up to six years, subject to an annual cap and lottery selection. PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residency with no renewal requirement and no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries outside India and China. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification at DOL alone takes over a year, compared to H-1B processing of a few months.
What does the PERM process look like for a data center operations employer?
Your employer conducts a DOL-supervised recruitment campaign to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role. They post the job, document all applicants and rejection reasons, then file a PERM application with DOL. If certified, they file an I-140 immigrant visa petition with USCIS on your behalf. Only after I-140 approval can you file for adjustment of status or apply for an immigrant visa at a consulate.
Which employers in data center operations actively sponsor green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to search for data center operations roles filtered by green card sponsorship history. Colocation providers, hyperscale cloud operators, and large enterprise IT departments tend to file PERM applications most consistently for operations and infrastructure roles. Checking DOL's OFLC Wage Search for recent PERM filings by job title also shows which employers have an active sponsorship track record.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on an H-1B?
Yes, and starting early is strategically important. If your I-140 is approved and your priority date becomes current before your H-1B six-year limit, you can file your I-485 adjustment of status application concurrently. An approved I-140 also lets you extend your H-1B in three-year increments beyond the normal cap under AC21 portability rules, protecting your status while the green card process advances.