Hyperscale Data Center Ops & Automation Engineer

Alibaba Cloud; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Alibaba Cloud in London seeks a Data Center Infrastructure Operations Engineer to drive standardized operational frameworks across hyperscale facilities, IT systems, and assets. You will lead efforts to improve efficiency and reliability of our IDC platforms.

The role requires a degree in engineering or IT, strong knowledge of electrical, HVAC, and building automation, and a collaborative mindset to work with internal and external partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, IT or IT Infrastructure.
• Solid understanding of power distribution, electrical equipment, HVAC and building automation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to learn and develop expertise in data center operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize standardized operating procedures, management frameworks, and best practices for hyperscale data center infrastructure operations.
• Drive the adoption of digitalization, automation, and intelligent operations management.
• Oversee the implementation of operational standards and performance targets related to on-site incident management, problem management, change management, risk management, maintenance activities, and cross-functional coordination.
• Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective communication and optimal resource utilization.
• Participate in planning, design, development, construction, and commissioning of hyperscale data center infrastructure, including power systems, buildings, electrical systems, HVAC systems, monitoring systems, networks, and server equipment.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, and contribute to the continuous improvement of data center architecture and operational capabilities.
• Provide insights and recommendations to continuously improve the operational excellence, efficiency, and competitiveness of Alibaba’s IDC platform.

Skills

Learning agility

Communication skills

Ownership

Problem solving

Chinese language

Data analysis

Data mining

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, IT or IT Infrastructure

Job description

Alibaba Cloud in London seeks a Data Center Infrastructure Operations Engineer to drive standardized operational frameworks across hyperscale facilities, IT systems, and assets. You will lead efforts to improve efficiency and reliability of our IDC platforms.

The role requires a degree in engineering or IT, strong knowledge of electrical, HVAC, and building automation, and a collaborative mindset to work with internal and external partners.