Data Center Technician Manager

Nebius

16d

About The Position

Nebius is leading a new era in cloud computing to serve the global AI economy. We create the tools and resources our customers need to solve real-world challenges and transform industries, without massive infrastructure costs or the need to build large in-house AI/ML teams. Our employees work at the cutting edge of AI cloud infrastructure alongside some of the most experienced and innovative leaders and engineers in the field. Headquartered in Amsterdam and listed on Nasdaq, Nebius has a global footprint with R&D hubs across Europe, North America, and Israel. The team of over 800 employees includes more than 400 highly skilled engineers with deep expertise across hardware and software engineering, as well as an in-house AI R&D team. The Data Center Technician Manager leads hands-on technical teams responsible for cabling, hardware installation, and day-to-day data center operations. This role balances people leadership, technical execution, and operational rigor in a 24/7 mission-critical environment.

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent hands-on experience in IT, networking, or technical services.
5+ years of data center or infrastructure experience, including cabling and hardware deployments.
2+ years of experience leading technical teams in a mission-critical environment.
Strong working knowledge of structured cabling standards (BICSI, ANSI/TIA, NEC).
Experience with fiber optics, copper cabling, servers, networking equipment, and power distribution basics.
Ability to participate in on-call rotations and perform physical tasks (lifting up to 50 lbs).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, or related field.
Industry certifications (e.g., BICSI, CDCP, CompTIA, ITIL).
Experience in large-scale data center builds or migrations.
Familiarity with Linux, scripting (Python/Bash), and data center management tools.
Strong organizational, communication, and customer-facing skills.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of data center technicians supporting fiber, copper cabling, racking, stacking, and infrastructure installs.
Oversee installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of low-voltage cabling and communications infrastructure.
Ensure high-quality execution of fiber and copper terminations, testing, and remediation of complex issues.
Own and enforce MOP/CMOP processes, change control, and operational best practices.
Manage work through ticketing and infrastructure management systems, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
Maintain accurate documentation, port maps, and inventory, supporting audits and operational readiness.
Drive incident response and escalation for technical issues, ensuring SLA adherence and rapid resolution.
Lead the use of specialized test equipment (e.g., DSX, OTDR), including test planning and results validation.
Enforce safety, compliance, and quality standards, promoting a culture of accountability and operational excellence.
Partner cross-functionally with operations, engineering, and project teams to support deployments, expansions, and upgrades.

Benefits

Health insurance: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families.
401(k) plan: up to 4% company match with immediate vesting.
Parental leave: 20 weeks paid for primary caregivers, 12 weeks for secondary caregivers.
Remote work reimbursement: up to $85/month for mobile and internet.
Disability & life insurance: company-paid short-term, long-term and life insurance coverage.
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth within Nebius.
Flexible working arrangements.
A dynamic and collaborative work environment that values initiative and innovation.

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