Data Center Engineer

Selby Jennings Ltd
  • Durham, NC
    26 days ago

    Job Description

    Data Center & Infrastructure Operations

    • Deploy and connect servers, network switches, and infrastructure hardware within colocation environments
    • Coordinate with remote support teams to execute installations, troubleshooting, and hardware changes across distributed sites
    • Oversee rack power utilization and space allocation, including ongoing capacity tracking and reporting
    • Maintain organized cable layouts and enforce consistent cabling standards while managing inventory of copper and fiber assets
    • Perform hardware maintenance tasks such as component swaps (drives, memory modules, optics) to support uptime requirements
    • Support site expansions, relocations, and new infrastructure rollouts from planning through execution
    • Manage logistics for equipment movement, including secure packaging, shipping coordination, and delivery validation across locations
    • Keep detailed and accurate records of infrastructure layouts, changes, and operational procedures

    Environment & Culture

    • Operate within a high-performance, team-oriented environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence
    • Collaborate with globally distributed teams on complex infrastructure challenges
    • Work alongside experienced engineers in a fast-paced, technically driven organization

    Technical Profile

    • Familiar with core networking hardware components (optics, modules, chassis, interface cards)
    • Understanding of server architecture, including memory, storage, and network interfaces
    • Experience working with major network hardware vendors (e.g., Cisco, Arista, Juniper)
    • Knowledge of structured cabling systems, including copper (Cat5/6) and fiber (single-mode and multi-mode)
    • Hands-on experience using cable testing tools for both copper and fiber troubleshooting
    • Exposure to cabling and power standards within data center environments
    • Familiar with change management processes and operational controls
    • Strong attention to detail with emphasis on documentation accuracy

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationDurham, NC

    Skills

    • Change Managementunmatched
    • Cisco Network Systemsunmatched
    • Collocationunmatched
    • Computer Maintenanceunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Ethernet Cableunmatched
    • Hardware Componentsunmatched
    • Hardware Installationunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Inventory Managementunmatched
    • Juniper Networks Product Familyunmatched
    • Logistics Managementunmatched
    • Memory Hardwareunmatched
    • Network Connectivityunmatched
    • Network Operations Centerunmatched
    • Network Switchingunmatched
    • Network System Hardwareunmatched
    • Operational Improvementunmatched
    • Operations Processesunmatched
    • Opticsunmatched
    • Order Picking/Packingunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Remote Team Managementunmatched
    • Server Architectureunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Test Toolsunmatched
    • Testingunmatched

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