Data Center Engineer - Atlanta Data Center

Publix Super Markets • Alpharetta, GA

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About The Position

Publix Super Markets, Inc., the largest employee-owned company in the U.S., is driven by a dynamic technology team of 2,300+ professionals delivering innovative solutions to 1,400+ stores and 200,000+ associates across 8 states. From IT security and platform engineering to architecture, software development, and infrastructure, we offer career opportunities at every level—internships through technical leadership. Join a company consistently ranked among Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” and help us build more than great subs—build the future of technology at Publix. The Data Center Engineer position will support the installation of the computing hardware and cabling systems for the Data Center computer room floor. The position requires strong knowledge and experience with Data Center class computing systems, as well as the electrical and mechanical systems utilized in the Data Center. Why Join Us? Operational Efficiency: Ensure technology solutions support efficient workflows and enable automation to improve operational effectiveness. Cutting-Edge AI Projects: Drive innovation in AI platforms, integrating advanced tools and frameworks to solve complex business challenges. Empowered Culture: We value autonomy, creativity, and continuous learning—your ideas shape the future of technology in our organization. Your Impact: Analyze Data Center SAN, server, and network hardware installation requests and project documents to develop reliable implementation solutions. Ensure all Data Center installations meet the overall project objective and follow the appropriate standards (i.e., correct life cycle, connection types, disaster recovery method) Maintain a highly developed understanding of changes to the Data Center environment. Troubleshoot and resolve Data Center infrastructure issues. Think strategically to anticipate potential issues based on current trends and Data Center infrastructure capacities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or other analytical discipline, or equivalent experience
• Experience installing rack mounted computer hardware and other computer related devices.
• Experience installing Category 6/6A copper cabling and OM3/OM4 multimode fiber cabling.
• Understanding of HVAC or electrical principles
• Ability and willingness to be on call weekends and holidays, as needed.
• Participate in an on-call production support rotation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience installing HPE, IBM, and/or Dell servers in a Data Center environment.
• Experience installing network and security devices (Cisco, Palo)
• Experience with design and installation of structured cabling systems
• Experience with patch panels and cable mapping techniques
• Experience supporting electrical and mechanical systems in Data Center environment.
• Experience participating as a team member on large projects.

Responsibilities

• Analyze Data Center SAN, server, and network hardware installation requests and project documents to develop reliable implementation solutions.
• Ensure all Data Center installations meet the overall project objective and follow the appropriate standards (i.e., correct life cycle, connection types, disaster recovery method)
• Maintain a highly developed understanding of changes to the Data Center environment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve Data Center infrastructure issues.
• Think strategically to anticipate potential issues based on current trends and Data Center infrastructure capacities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level