CareerPlan

Data Center Technician (in Santa Clara, CA)

USFull-time$53k2026-10-14 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot servers, storage, and network equipment in a data center environment.

Role type

Data Center Technician (IC)

Builds

Physical data center infrastructure (servers, storage, networking, power, cooling)

Domain

IT Infrastructure / Data Center Operations

Required skills

Server and storage hardware installation, rack and cable management, power and cooling system monitoring, Linux/Unix CLI, virtualization (Kubernetes, Openstack, VMware), change management, asset inventory management, RMA processes

Preferred skills

Coding for automation, SAN connectivity, 24x7 production environment support

Technologies

Kubernetes, Openstack, VMware, Linux, Unix, SAN, DCIM

Responsibilities

Install and configure servers, storage arrays, and network equipment; manage power and cooling systems; troubleshoot hardware and software issues; perform hardware maintenance and upgrades; execute capacity plans; maintain documentation and asset inventory; collaborate with remote hands and other IT teams.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC