Systems Administrator
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FOUR roles - intentionally not identical (one role needs to be second shift (approx. 10am-7pm, 11 AM - 8 PM): 2 baseline platform engineers (similar skill sets and scope) 1 engineer with stronger automation, debugging depth, or project leadership 1 specialized focus, potentially around liquid cooling or mechanical/system integration Candidates may be stronger in different areas; the team values complementary skill sets rather than clones. The team supports bring up, testing, validation, release, and lifecycle management of non production systems. Inherit newly built lab or data center environments after build out and ensure systems remain stable, operational, and test ready. Platforms supported include: o Enterprise (DGX, workstations, liquid cooled enterprise systems) o Tegra (Robotics and Automotive) o Compute (build/compile servers; largely remote capable) Engineers are expected to: o Work hands-on with hardware o Debug issues across hardware, OS, firmware, networking, and automation o Own systems end to end in failure prone, pre production environments Core Responsibilities Platform & System Ownership Own the bring up, validation, and lifecycle management of pre production systems across: o Enterprise platforms (DGX, workstations, liquid cooled enterprise systems) o Tegra platforms (Robotics, Automotive) o Compute systems used for software build and compilation Hardware & Software Debugging Perform advanced troubleshooting across: o Hardware (boards, GPUs, CPUs, interconnects) o Operating systems (Linux variants and other OS environments) o Firmware / flashing / board enablement o Networking & connectivity issues Debug systems that are intentionally non production and failure prone, ensuring issues are caught internally rather than by customers Automation & Process Improvement Use scripting, tooling, and automation to: o Validate platform health o Accelerate bring up and testing workflows o Reduce manual, repetitive tasks Contribute to SOPs and standardized processes in partnership with Infra/SRE and Data Center Operations teams Lab & Data Center Interaction (Targeted) Perform hands on work on hardware, including: o Installing, configuring, and validating systems o Coordinating with DC Ops for heavy lifting, racking, stacking, and cabling Follow strict handling procedures for pre production, high value hardware Interface closely with internal partners (IPP, enterprise teams, validation, software)
Requirements
GPU, Linux, liquid cooling, System administrator, Python
Benefits & conditions
Top Skills Details GPU,Linux,liquid cooling Additional Skills & Qualifications What This Role Is NOT ? Pure data center operations (rack/stack/cable all day) ? Remote role (on site presence is required) ? Narrow technician role with no system ownership ? Production IT operations Experience Level Intermediate Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Santa Clara, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)