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David Careers

Data Center Engineer

Posted 18 days ago

autonomai recruitmentEvanston (IL)
Computer Systems Engineers/ArchitectsComputing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services

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About the role

Data Center Engineer | Trading Infrastructure
Location: Chicago, ILAbout the opportunityI'm partnered with a technology-driven trading firm that operates some of the most sophisticated low-latency and high-performance computing infrastructure in the industry. They are looking for a Data Center Engineer to join a global infrastructure team responsible for the physical Data Center environments that power their trading operations. This is a hands-on, project-oriented role with real ownership from start to finish. You'll work with cutting-edge server, network, and storage technology, and play a central part in keeping mission-critical infrastructure running at its best.
What you'll do:
  • Maintain data center infrastructure including power, cooling, hardware, and cabling to ensure maximum availability
  • Plan and execute new hardware installations, covering physical placement, power and cooling requirements, and structured cabling
  • Rack, cable, and configure data center hardware including servers, network equipment, and storage devices
  • Perform hardware troubleshooting and break-fix across data center infrastructure
  • Handle initial configuration of network devices and Linux servers via CLI and zero-touch provisioning
  • Manage colocation provider and vendor relationships, and oversee onsite contractors
  • Maintain accurate inventory, documentation, and capacity planning across space, power, cooling, and cabling
  • Occasional travel to other data center sites may be required
  • What you'll bring 3+ years of data center experience
  • Prior experience in a low latency trading environment (or similar)
  • Strong understanding of data center infrastructure including electrical, power, cooling, liquid cooling, and safety
  • Knowledge of cabling standards and media types, with an exceptionally high standard for cable management
  • Experience with hardware repair across servers, network devices, and storage
  • Hands-on experience configuring Cisco and Arista devices via CLIComfort working at the Linux command line for basic troubleshooting and script execution
  • Ability to understand basic network designs and topologies
  • Programming experience such as Python is a plus
  • Must be able to meet physical requirements including working at height and lifting up to 50 lbs
How to apply: Hit apply or reach out to me directly! Please note this role is open to US citizens and permanent residents only. Unfortunately visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

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