Data Center Operations Engineer

www.leaseweb.com • San Jose, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Leaseweb USA team is growing, and we’re looking for a Data Center Operations Engineer to join our San Jose data center. This role is ideal for a hands-on, technology-driven professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment. At Leaseweb, everyone plays a role in delivering exceptional customer satisfaction. Our Data Center Operations Engineers are directly involved in the daily management, deployment, and support of hardware and hosting services that keep the internet running.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of hands-on experience working in a data center environment
• Working knowledge of Linux and common operating systems
• Strong hardware knowledge (servers, switches, KVMs, drives, memory, etc.)
• Basic network knowledge (DNS, IP addressing, subnetting, gateways)
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed (less than 10%)
• Willingness to obtain a passport within 6 months of hire, if required

Nice To Haves

• Certificate or degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline preferred
• All members of the Data Center Operations team are required to obtain the Leaseweb Certified Engineer (LCE) certification within 12–18 months of employment. Training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, relocate, and decommission server equipment within the data center
• Support customers with installations and hardware assistance in colocation environments
• Perform hardware upgrades and downgrades (memory, disks, components, etc.)
• Replace defective hardware and manage related administrative tasks (RMA handling)
• Test servers and equipment in accordance with established standards
• Support provisioning activities for internal and external customers
• Participate in on-call (Engineer on Duty) rotations as required

Benefits

• Competitive salary + annual company bonus
• Career development and growth opportunities
• 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Generous time-off policy to support work-life balance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care expenses
• 401(k) with 100% company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree