Data Center Engineer

Technopride Limited
Paris, France
3 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English, French
Experience level
Intermediate
Compensation
€ 104K

Job location

Paris, France

Tech stack

JIRA
BIOS
Data Centers
Dell Remote Access Controller (DRAC)
Firmware
Networking Hardware
Kernel-Based Virtual Machine
Network Routers
Connectivity Problems
Firewalls (Computer Science)
Cisco networks
Servicenow

Job description

  • Perform daily operational tasks, including hardware health checks, environmental monitoring, and physical inspections within the data center.
  • Install, rack, cable, and configure server, storage, and network equipment in alignment with industry standards and organizational procedures.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues such as server failures, disk replacements, power faults, and connectivity problems.
  • Execute break/fix activities under guidance from vendors or remote support teams, including component swaps, firmware updates, and diagnostics.
  • Provide hands-on support during high-priority incidents (P1/P2) and scheduled maintenance windows in coordination with remote teams.
  • Assist with network patching tasks involving fiber and copper cabling, labeling, and patch panel updates.
  • Maintain accurate asset inventories, ensuring proper tagging, documentation updates, and rack diagram accuracy.
  • Adhere to data center security protocols, access controls, and operational SOPs.
  • Support server provisioning and decommissioning, including data wiping, packing, and preparation for shipment or disposal.
  • Uphold structured and clean cable management following best practices.
  • Escort vendors and third-party engineers onsite, ensuring compliance with safety and operational guidelines.
  • Participate in power, cooling, and infrastructure maintenance activities in collaboration with facility teams.
  • Coordinate with hardware vendors for diagnostics, RMA processing, and replacements.
  • Update logs, maintain detailed incident and task records, and work effectively within ITSM tools such as ServiceNow, Remedy, or Jira.

Requirements

Do you have experience in ServiceNow?, Languages Required: French, English Experience: 4-6 years

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Data Center Engineer to join our on-site operations team. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in data center hardware support, racking and stacking, cabling, break/fix activities, and hands-on support across compute, network, and storage infrastructure. This is a fully on-site role requiring 4-6 years of direct experience in data center operations., * 4-6 years of hands-on experience in data center hardware operations and on-site technical support.

  • Strong knowledge of x86 server platforms (e.g., Dell, HP, Lenovo, Cisco UCS).
  • Experience with storage systems, SAN components, and fibre channel technologies.
  • Good understanding of network hardware including switches, routers, and firewalls, along with cabling standards.
  • Familiarity with data center power distribution, cooling concepts, and rack layout best practices.
  • Ability to interpret rack diagrams, network schematics, and floor plans accurately.
  • Experience with KVM tools, remote console access, and basic BIOS/ILO/DRAC functions.
  • Strong documentation skills and proficiency with ITSM platforms.

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