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We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team in Newport, UK as a Datacenter Operations Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of our datacenter infrastructure, ensuring its reliability, availability, and performance. You will work closely with a global team of senior engineers and technicians to maintain and troubleshoot datacenter equipment, deploy new hardware and software, and assist with monitoring and documentation tasks. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is passionate about datacenter operations and wants to develop their skills in a fast-paced and varied environment.
Job Responsibility:
Assist in the maintenance and support of datacenter infrastructure, including servers, NAS systems, networking devices, Wifi AP's and power distribution units (PDUs)
Collaborate with senior engineers to deploy new hardware and software in the datacenter environment, ensuring proper installation, configuration, and testing
Perform routine equipment inspections and daily maintenance tasks to identify and resolve potential issues before they impact operations
Inventory management - asset tag equipment and keep track of repairs
Monitor datacenter performance metrics, including temperature, power consumption, and network connectivity, and promptly escalate any anomalies or alarms to the appropriate teams
Assist in troubleshooting and resolving hardware and software issues, working closely with global, cross-functional teams to ensure timely resolution and minimal downtime
Contribute to the improvement of operational procedures and documentation, maintaining accurate records of system configurations, changes, and incident reports
Collaborate with vendors and service providers to coordinate equipment repairs and maintenance activities
Support datacenter security protocols, including physical access control, monitoring, and incident response procedures
Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices related to datacenter operations, and actively contribute to continuous learning and professional development
Requirements:
2 to 3 years experience in an IT support role
Strong understanding of datacenter infrastructure components, including servers, storage systems, networking devices, and PDUs
Proficiency in Linux and Mac OSx operating systems, including command-line interfaces and system administration tasks
Basic knowledge of network protocols and technologies, including TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, and switching
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues effectively
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
Proactive, with a strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience) desirable
Nice to have:
Experience with android and iOS
Scripting in Bash, Ansible or similar
Prior use of Jira, Confluence and Google workspace desirable
Familiarity with datacenter operations best practices, such as equipment installation, cabling, power distribution, cooling, and environmental monitoring
Some experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware) and server hardware (e.g., Dell, HP)