Data Center Engineer

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We are hiring for \" Data Center Engineering Technician \" for Pune lcoation.

Exp: 1 to 5 Years

Location: Pune(Onsite)

Working Mode: 5 days work from office

Position Type: Contract to hire(C2H)

Notice period: Immediate to Joiners(Notice period served or serving candidate)

NOTE: We are looking for Notice period served or serving candidates.

Apply only if you are Notice period served or serving candidate.

Apply only If you are having 5+Years of relevant experience as per the JD.

Job Description:

We are seeking a hands-on Data Center Technician to support server and network infrastructure deployment and maintenance in a data center environment. This role involves installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and maintaining servers and switches, working closely with network administrators to ensure reliable and standards-compliant infrastructure operations.

Key Responsibilities

Data Center Installation & Deployment

• Move servers and network switches to designated locations for installation.
• Unbox, inspect, and prepare servers and switches prior to deployment.
• Perform smoke testing to validate server functionality before installation.
• Rack, stack, and cable servers and switches according to provided wire maps and NVIDIA standards.
• Ensure all cabling is neatly bundled, labeled, and compliant with organizational standards.
• Temporarily rack and cable servers or switches to allow remote access for network configuration.

Hardware Configuration & Maintenance

• Install and replace hardware components including NICs, memory, drives, and optics.
• Configure IP addresses and default login credentials on servers.
• Update server firmware to the latest approved versions.
• Audit servers, components, and consumables for inventory accuracy.

Troubleshooting & Break/Fix Support

• Diagnose and troubleshoot server hardware issues and isolate root causes.
• Replace defective components and coordinate RMA processes with vendors.
• Order replacement parts and manage shipment of faulty hardware back to vendors.
• Support network administrators by resolving server-related issues, including:
• Replacing damaged cables
• Re-routing cabling to different server or switch ports
• Replacing or upgrading optics
• Installing upgraded hardware components

Collaboration & Operations

• Partner closely with network administrators to validate cabling, connectivity, and system readiness.
• Assist network teams with on-demand server and switch support requests.
• Ensure all connections are operational and validated prior to handoff.

Required Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in data center environments supporting servers and network hardware.
• Strong understanding of server hardware components (CPU, memory, storage, NICs).
• Experience with rack and stack , structured cabling, and cable management.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair server hardware issues.
• Familiarity with firmware upgrades and basic server configuration.
• Ability to work collaboratively with network and infrastructure teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in enterprise or hyperscale data centers .
• Exposure to NVIDIA hardware standards or high-performance computing environments.
• Basic networking knowledge related to server-to-switch connectivity.
• Experience with inventory audits and asset management.

Work Environment

• Data center setting requiring physical activity such as lifting, racking, and cabling equipment.
• On-site role with hands-on hardware responsibilities.
• Fast-paced, operations-focused environment supporting critical infrastructure.