Data Center Operations System Engineer (Salt Lake City)
About The Position
Lambda is hiring a Data Center Operations System Engineer to support its AI cloud infrastructure at the Salt Lake City Data Center. This role requires working onsite five days per week and shift work. The engineer will install and configure server, storage, and network infrastructure; troubleshoot hardware and software issues; maintain facility and network documentation in DCIM software; and coordinate equipment and deployments with internal teams. The position also supports infrastructure ticket resolution, parts and equipment lifecycle tracking, and consistent installation practices across facilities. Travel may be required to help initialize and turn up new data center locations.
Requirements
- Familiarity with critical data center infrastructure, including power distribution, airflow management, environmental monitoring, capacity planning, DCIM software, structured cabling, and cable management.
- Professional fluency in English and Spanish.
- High attention to detail and ability to follow complex technical instructions precisely.
- Proactive work ethic and commitment to continuous professional development.
- Willingness to travel to support new data center locations.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience troubleshooting enterprise server hardware.
- Demonstrated knowledge of network topology and architecture.
- Familiarity with enterprise ticketing platforms such as JIRA and Zendesk.
- Hands-on experience with Linux system administration.
- Experience in large-scale, distributed data center environments.
- Technical experience with Supermicro and Nvidia hardware infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Rack, label, cable, and configure new server, storage, and network infrastructure according to organizational standards.
- Diagnose and resolve complex hardware and software issues across enterprise systems.
- Maintain documentation of data center layouts and network topologies in DCIM software.
- Collaborate with supply chain and manufacturing teams to facilitate timely system deployments and execute large-scale project plans.
- Oversee parts depot inventory and track equipment through delivery, storage, staging, deployment, and handoff at each facility.
- Partner with the Hardware Support team to resolve data center infrastructure support tickets promptly.
- Coordinate with the RMA team to return defective components and efficiently order replacements.
- Follow installation and documentation standards for equipment placement, labeling, and cabling across facilities.
- Travel to support initialization and turn-up of new data center locations.
Benefits
- Generous cash and equity compensation.
- Health, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents.
- Wellness and commuter stipends for select roles.
- 401(k) plan with 2% company match for U.S. employees.
- Flexible paid time off plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
