Sr. Data Center / Service Engineer

Super Micro Computer Spain, S.L.; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Bonus and equity programs

Job summary

Super Micro Computer is seeking a Sr. Service Engineer to perform fieldwork at customer sites and resolve server system issues, playing a key role in post-sales support.

The role involves on-site and remote troubleshooting, maintaining enterprise-grade hardware knowledge, and ensuring high customer satisfaction. The position requires strong technical communication, the ability to work with cross-functional teams, and willingness to travel to customer sites up to 25% for training and issue

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering preferred
• Hands-on experience with servers (Supermicro, EMC, DELL, HP)
• Strong technical communication skills to lead investigations
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Proven on-site customer service experience

Responsibilities

• On-site and remote troubleshooting of complex issues in an enterprise environment
• Drive customer satisfaction through service excellence and timely repairs
• Provide 2nd line support to resellers and distributors
• Travel to customer sites to train or resolve issues (up to 25%)
• Mentor and train new service engineers
• Produce meaningful reports and metrics

Job description

Date: Jun 11, 2026

Location: Jersey City, New Jersey, United States

Company: Super Micro Computer

About Supermicro

Supermicro® is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.

Job Summary

This is a full‑time position within the Supermicro Global Service Team. Supermicro is seeking a Sr. Service Engineer that will be responsible for fieldwork at customer sites to resolve and repair server systems. The Sr. Service Engineer is a critical part of post‑sales support and needs to demonstrate exceptional technical aptitude in working with server products in addition to excellent interpersonal skills. It requires the ability to support our Global Service network and help build a world‑class field engineering organization.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Includes the following essential duties and responsibilities (other duties may also be assigned):

• On‑site and remote troubleshooting and resolving complex technical problems on Supermicro equipment in an enterprise environment
• Drive customer satisfaction through service excellence by leading preventive maintenance actions, managing repair/parts cycle times
• Ensure escalation situations are managed and corrected quickly and professionally
• Provide 2nd line support to the reseller/distributors in all aspects of customer support
• Have a very high level of enterprise solution product knowledge
• Work with Technical Account Manager, Service Manager, and Product Manager to define service programs
• Provide and contribute information such as fault triage and training materials
• Run tests and simulations at our facility to assist with problem‑solving
• Travel to the field to train and or resolve customer issues
• Train new service engineers
• Able to work under Technical Account Manager direction and take ownership of customer base
• Demonstrate ability to be self‑sufficient in the field
• Able to defuse challenging situations
• Manage time effectively; prioritize and make good business judgments and decisions concerning efficiency, and effectiveness while meeting daily service expectations
• Determine requirements and/or root cause of technical issues by working with customers
• Resolve problems by clarifying issues; researching and exploring answers and alternative solutions; implementing solutions; escalating unresolved problems
• The ability to produce meaningful reports and metrics is a plus
• Ability to work flexible hours and/or flexible shifts including weekends and holidays if needed
• Travel is required (up to 25%)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Electrical Engineering preferred
• 8+ years of experience in servicing complex X86 systems and parts preferred
• Will consider Associates Degree in electrical technology, electronics, or equivalent military experience
• Work experience in a large enterprise or certification in Windows and Linux environments is a plus
• Emphasize break/fix experience and on‑site customer service experience
• Hands‑on experience with servers (Supermicro, EMC, DELL, HP)
• The successful candidate needs to have solid hardware system diagnostics skills, as well as a good understanding of how BIOS, drivers, and application loads can cause system issues
• The candidate needs to have strong technical communication skills to lead investigations with engineers of multiple disciplines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, project management skills, solid time management skills
• Candidate must have an ability to participate in multiple cross‑functional projects concurrently in a rapidly changing environment, within established timelines and have a demonstrated ability to learn and embrace new and changing technologies
• Must possess an excellent ability to create plans and follow up on planned actions
• Ability to work in a challenging, dynamic, and fast‑paced environment. Must be solution‑oriented, a team player with the ability to identify and elevate issues in a timely manner, and be proactive in driving solutions
• Individuals must be able to work effectively in a high‑pressure environment
• Full professional proficiency in English (read/write/speak)
• Must be punctual and detail‑oriented
• Familiarity with Linux is a plus

Salary Range

$125,000 - $150,000. The offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.

EEO Statement

Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

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