Data Center Engineer

Bold Technologies; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Bold Technologies is looking for a Data Center Operations Specialist in Abu Dhabi. The role involves monitoring and maintaining data center infrastructure, performing installations, and coordinating maintenance activities. A Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3-7 years of experience in data center operations are required.

Candidates should have strong knowledge of servers, storage systems, and networking. Familiarity with ITIL processes and relevant certifications is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in Data Center Operations or Infrastructure Management.
• Strong knowledge of data center hardware and software.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain data center infrastructure.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot hardware and software.
• Manage rack installations and structured cabling.
• Support disaster recovery and business continuity initiatives.

Skills

Data Center Operations

Infrastructure Management

Troubleshooting

Documentation Management

Vendor Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field

Tools

Dell Servers

NetApp Storage Systems

VMware

Cisco Networking

Job description

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain data center infrastructure including servers, storage, network devices, UPS systems and cooling equipment.
• Perform installation, configuration, troubleshooting and maintenance of hardware and software.
• Manage rack installations, structured cabling and equipment deployment.
• Monitor environmental conditions and ensure compliance with operational standards.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Support disaster recovery and business continuity initiatives.
• Maintain documentation, asset inventory and change management records.
• Work with vendors and service providers for equipment support and maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with security, safety and operational procedures.
• Participate in on‑call support and incident response activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 3-7 years of experience in Data Center Operations or Infrastructure Management.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Servers (Dell, HPE, Lenovo)
  • Storage Systems (NetApp, EMC, Pure Storage)
  • Networking (Cisco, Juniper, Arista)
  • Virtualization (VMware, Hyper‑V)
  • Data Center Power & Cooling Systems
  • Monitoring tools and DCIM platforms.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes.
• Relevant certifications preferred:
  • Cisco CCNA
  • Cisco CCNP
  • VMware VCP
  • CompTIA Server+
  • CDCP
  • CDCS (Certified Data Centre Professional/Specialist)