IT Infrastructure Engineer – RMA & Hardware Diagnostics

Socket.dev; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 112,700 - 140,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career growth

Flexibility

Ownership

AI projects

International environment

Job summary

Nebius is seeking an IT Infrastructure Engineer – RMA & Hardware Diagnostics to own advanced hardware troubleshooting and RMA lifecycle management within our production data center environments. This hands-on role focuses on enterprise server platforms, validating failed components, and managing warranty claims with OEMs.

The position is on-site at our Kansas City, MO data center, working with L1/L2 technicians, procurement, and engineering to reduce repeat failures and improve fleet

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on enterprise server hardware experience in production data centers.
• Deep understanding of x86 server architecture (CPU, memory, PCIe, GPUs, power subsystems).
• Strong firmware/BIOS/BMC diagnostics and upgrades experience.
• Advanced Linux CLI troubleshooting and log analysis.
• Experience with remote management interfaces (IPMI, iDRAC, iLO).
• Proven hardware RMA process management with OEM vendors.
• Ability to perform structured root cause analysis and document findings.
• Familiarity with hardware monitoring systems and failure trend analysis.
• Strong ownership mindset and ability to operate independently in mission-critical environments.
• High proficiency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced firmware and hardware diagnostics on enterprise server platforms.
• Troubleshoot complex hardware failures using system logs, BMC/IPMI interfaces, BIOS diagnostics, and vendor-specific tooling.
• Act as the primary escalation point for L1 and L2 technicians on high-impact hardware incidents.
• Conduct structured root cause analysis and document findings to prevent repeat failures.
• Own the full RMA lifecycle, including validation of failed components, warranty claim creation, vendor coordination, tracking, and resolution.
• Interface directly with OEM vendors to escalate recurring hardware defects and drive corrective action.
• Analyze hardware failure trends and report metrics such as repeat RMA rates and component reliability.
• Develop and standardize diagnostic playbooks, troubleshooting workflows, and hardware validation procedures.
• Validate replacement components prior to redeployment into production environments.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with data center operations, procurement, and engineering teams to improve hardware lifecycle processes.
• Contribute to reducing MTTR and improving fleet-wide reliability through process improvements and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Server hardware

Firmware diagnostics

Linux troubleshooting

IPMI/iDRAC/iLO

RMA management

Root cause analysis

Documentation

English proficiency

Tools

Vendor tooling

Job description

The role

We are seeking an IT Infrastructure Engineer – RMA & Hardware Diagnostics to own advanced hardware troubleshooting and RMA lifecycle management within our production data center environments. This role serves as the escalation point for complex server and firmware-related issues that impact system reliability and fleet availability.

You will be responsible for deep diagnostics across enterprise server platforms, performing structured root cause analysis, validating failed components, and managing end-to-end warranty replacement processes with OEM vendors. This is a hands-on technical role with direct impact on hardware reliability, SLA performance, and operational scalability.

You will work on-site in one of our data centers, collaborating closely with L1/L2 technicians, infrastructure engineers, and vendors to reduce repeat failures and improve overall hardware quality across the fleet.

You will work out of our Kansas City, Missouri, data center location.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Perform advanced firmware and hardware diagnostics on enterprise server platforms, including CPU, memory, PCIe devices, GPUs, storage subsystems, and power components
• Troubleshoot complex hardware failures using system logs, BMC/IPMI interfaces, BIOS diagnostics, and vendor-specific tooling
• Act as the primary escalation point for L1 and L2 technicians on high-impact hardware incidents
• Conduct structured root cause analysis and document findings to prevent repeat failures
• Own the full RMA lifecycle, including validation of failed components, warranty claim creation, vendor coordination, tracking, and resolution
• Interface directly with OEM vendors to escalate recurring hardware defects and drive corrective action
• Analyze hardware failure trends and report metrics such as repeat RMA rates and component reliability
• Develop and standardize diagnostic playbooks, troubleshooting workflows, and hardware validation procedures
• Validate replacement components prior to redeployment into production environments
• Collaborate cross-functionally with data center operations, procurement, and engineering teams to improve hardware lifecycle processes
• Contribute to reducing MTTR and improving fleet-wide reliability through process improvements and knowledge sharing

We expect you to have:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience working with enterprise server hardware in a production data center environment
• Deep understanding of x86 server architecture, including CPUs, memory, PCIe devices, storage controllers, GPUs, and power subsystems
• Strong experience performing firmware and BIOS/BMC diagnostics and upgrades
• Advanced Linux command-line troubleshooting skills, including log analysis and hardware-level diagnostics
• Experience working with remote management interfaces such as IPMI, iDRAC, iLO, or equivalent
• Proven experience managing hardware RMA processes and working directly with OEM vendors
• Ability to conduct structured root cause analysis and document technical findings clearly
• Familiarity with hardware monitoring systems and failure trend analysis
• Strong ownership mindset and ability to operate independently in mission-critical environments
• High proficiency in spoken and written English

It will be an added bonus if you have:

• Experience performing board-level diagnostics and component-level repair (SMD rework)
• Familiarity with data center networking equipment and basic network troubleshooting
• Experience supporting GPU-dense or high-performance compute environments
• Valid driver’s license

Compensation

We offer competitive salaries, ranging from $112,700.00 - $140,800.00 OTE (On Target Earnings) based on your experience and skills.

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth and learning opportunities
• Flexibility and ownership
• Collaborative and innovative culture
• Opportunity to work on impactful AI projects
• International environment and talented teams

What\'s it like to work at Nebius:

Fast moving - Bold thinking - Constant growth - Meaningful impact - Trust and real ownership - Opportunity to shape the future of AI

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Nebius is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the country in which they apply and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility as a condition of hire.

If you need accommodations during the application process, please let us know.