DC Technician

Groq; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Riyadh is looking for an AI Technician. In this role, you will be responsible for daily operations in the data center, including installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of hardware. The ideal candidate has 1-2 years of experience, strong knowledge of data center infrastructure, and skills in scripting and Linux. This position offers a dynamic environment and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in data center operations or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of data center infrastructure, including servers and storage systems.
• Experience with data center management software.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of infrastructure.
• Document all work in Groq's ticketing system.
• Collaborate with engineering teams for upgrades and expansions.

Skills

Data center operations

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Linux

Scripting languages (Python, Bash)

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

DCIM or BMS software

Virtualization technologies (Kubernetes)

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

As an AI Technician, you will serve as the Directly Responsible Individual (DRI) for daily operations within the data center.

You will lead hands-on installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of compute and network infrastructure critical to Groq’s high-performance AI workloads.

• Hardware Operations
  • Receive, unpack, and move servers and other equipment to the data center floor.
  • Install, cable, and maintain servers, network switches, and power distribution units (PDUs) in racks.
  • Perform hardware-level bring-up and testing using Linux command-line tools.
  • Ensure proper accountability for equipment and assets through inventory management.
• Troubleshooting & Support
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to rack and node failures.
  • Run scripts to debug and repair rack cabling and other hardware problems.
  • Create, update, and resolve tickets in Groq's ticketing system to document all work.
  • Participate in an on-call rotation to provide 24 / 7 support for data center operations.
• Infrastructure & Collaboration
  • Execute final test sign-offs for newly built racks.
  • Collaborate with other engineering teams to design and implement data center upgrades and expansions.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, including diagrams and procedures, to ensure operational consistency.
  • Ensure compliance with data center standards, policies, and procedures.
• Ideal Candidates Have
  • 1-2 years years of experience in data center operations or a related field
  • Strong knowledge of data center infrastructure, including servers, storage systems, and network devices
  • Experience with data center management software, such as DCIM or BMS
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
  • Experience with scripting languages, such as Python or Bash
  • Familiarity with virtualization technologies, such as Kubernetes
  • Advanced fiber optic cabling skills
  • Intermediate Linux skills
  • Intrinsic curiosity and drive to stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends in data center infrastructure and operations
  • Familiarity with Macbooks, Slack and Google docs
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • Ability to travel up to 20% of the time
  • Candidates should have 1-2 years of experience in data center operations or a related field, with strong knowledge of data center infrastructure.
  • They should also possess problem-solving skills, experience with scripting languages, and familiarity with virtualization technologies.