Senior Data Center Infrastructure Engineer

Supermicro; Wayne (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Equity programs

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Supermicro is seeking a Data Center Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain high-performance data center infrastructure, focusing on servers, networking, power, and cooling.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in data center operations, strong hardware and networking knowledge, and the ability to work independently or in teams, with safety and documentation emphasized. This role offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in data center operations, server hardware, or related infrastructure roles.
• Strong knowledge of server platforms (x86), storage systems, and enterprise networking fundamentals.
• Experience with rack installation, cabling standards, power distribution, and cooling systems.
• Familiarity with hardware diagnostics, troubleshooting methodologies, and vendor support processes (including RMA workflows).
• Ability to lift equipment (up to 50 lbs), work in raised-floor environments, and follow strict safety protocols.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain servers, storage systems, networking equipment, and related data center hardware.
• Perform hardware diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs; coordinate RMAs and vendor support as needed.
• Monitor data center environmental conditions (power, cooling, humidity, airflow) and respond to alerts or incidents.
• Support capacity planning, inventory management, and infrastructure expansion projects.
• Execute cabling, rack-and-stack, and physical installation activities in accordance with best practices and safety standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and deliver projects on time.
• Maintain accurate documentation of configurations, inventory, procedures, and change records.
• Participate in customer service and provide timely response to critical incidents.
• Assist with compliance, security, and audit requirements related to data center operations.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve processes, reliability, and operational efficiency.

Skills

Data center operations

Server hardware

Networking fundamentals

Diagnostics

Safety procedures

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/EE

Tools

DCIM tools

Job description

Supermicro is seeking a Data Center Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain high-performance data center infrastructure, focusing on servers, networking, power, and cooling.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in data center operations, strong hardware and networking knowledge, and the ability to work independently or in teams, with safety and documentation emphasized. This role offers competitive compensation and benefits.