Data Center Engineer

INSPYR Solutions; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

INSPYR Solutions in Reno, NV is seeking a Data Center Engineer to join onsite and help manage a Compute Farm, troubleshoot Linux/Windows systems, and collaborate with engineering teams to deliver next-generation products. The role requires 5+ years in data center tech, DCIM proficiency (Nautobot), scripting (Python, Shell, Ansible), and strong communication skills.

You will work on availability targets, system recovery, and SOP documentation.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in engineering/technical major or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years with data center technology or large engineering labs.
• Proficiency in DCIM (Nautobot, etc.) and scripting (shell, Python, Ansible).
• Working knowledge of protocols/services like TCP/IP, DNS, NFS, SSL, etc.
• Experience with Windows, Linux, and Mac operating systems.
• Hands-on experience with PCBs, GPUs, and system deployments.
• Outstanding communication, both written and verbal.
• Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative spirit.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to craft, develop, debug, and release next-generation products.
• Manage and maintain a high-performing Compute Farm of builders, packagers, testers, and core infrastructure.
• Ensure availability targets are consistently met and lead system recovery efforts.
• Support hardware and software teams with hardware and software issues.
• Gather critical metrics and build SOP documentation.
• Problem solve Linux/Windows, hardware, and infrastructure issues with engineers and platform operations teams.
• Implement efficiency improvements to improve availability, throughput, and test accuracy while meeting SLAs and metrics.

Skills

DCIM

Python

Shell

Ansible

TCP/IP

Windows

Linux

macOS

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in engineering/Technical Major

Tools

Nautobot DCIM

Slurm HPC

BCM

Job description

Job Title: Data Center Engineer

Location: Reno, NV (Onsite)

Pay Rate: Between $35 to $45 hourly, depends on experience and relevancy to the role.

Duration: 12 months, strong potential for extension

Work Authorization: Authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship.

What you’ll be doing:

• Collaborate closely with engineering teams, including system architects, hardware/software engineers, QA, and more, to craft, develop, debug, and release next-generation products.
• Manage and maintain a high-performing Compute Farm of builders, packagers, testers, and core infrastructure.
• Ensure availability targets are consistently met and lead system recovery efforts.
• Support hardware and software teams with hardware and software issues.
• Gather critical metrics and build Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) documentation.
• Problem solve Linux/Windows, hardware, and infrastructure issues alongside engineers and platform operations teams.
• Implement efficiency improvements to improve availability, throughput, and test accuracy while meeting SLAs and important metrics.

What We Need to See:

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in engineering/Technical Major (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years with data center technology or large engineering labs.
• Proficiency in DCIM (Nautobot, etc.) and scripting (shell, Python, Ansible).
• Working knowledge of protocols/services like TCP/IP, DNS, NFS, SSL, etc.
• Experience with Windows, Linux, and Mac operating systems.
• Hands-on experience with PCBs, GPUs, and system deployments.
• Outstanding communication, both written and verbal.
• Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative spirit.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Experience managing HPC clusters using tools like BCM and Slurm.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA or equivalent.
• Strong background in Windows and Linux administration, with an understanding of dense datacenter design, including compute, storage, and networking.
• Knowledge of DC infrastructure with an emphasis on liquid cooling.
• Mechanically inclined and comfortable with tools and physical tasks.

About INSPYR Solutions

Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities.

Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

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