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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technical Lead, Data Center IT Operations - **Company:** OVH US LLC - **Location:** Hillsboro, OR, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $69,680.0 - $80,080.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Cloud Computing, Data Centers, Linux, Information Technology Operations, Networking Hardware, Routing, Computer Network Operations, Data Center Networking, Information Technology, Network Server, Cisco - **Published:** August 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9cb78f7bef989650 ## About the Role * 5+ years of experience supporting a mission-critical data center providing IT services. * Bachelor's degree in an IT-related field, or equivalent experience in lieu of degree. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to be detail-oriented while communicating concisely. * Advanced understanding of computer and network hardware, including troubleshooting and repair. * Solid understanding of data center networking, switching, routing, troubleshooting, and configuration of servers and network devices. * Knowledge of racking and stacking equipment, cable management, hot/cold aisle containment, and data center power infrastructure. * Familiarity with physical site security protocols. * Ability to travel minimally, up to 10%, as business needs require. * On-call availability to support data center operations, escalations, and business-critical infrastructure needs. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with common Linux and Windows commands and tools. * Experience with Arista and Cisco network configurations and commands. * Previous experience working in a high-availability data center environment. * CompTIA certifications, including A+, Network+, Security+, and Linux+. * Arista certifications, including ACE-A and ALE. * Cisco certifications. * Microsoft certifications, including MTA and MCSA. * Linux certifications, including RHCSA, SCA, LPIC, LFCS, and LFCE. ## Description Join OVHcloud and be part of creating the cloud of tomorrow. We empower people who want to grow, make their work stand out, and take ownership of dynamic, meaningful projects. You'll enjoy autonomy in your work, strong support from management, and the freedom to explore new challenges-helping you make a tangible impact and shape the future of our cloud infrastructure alongside passionate, collaborative peers., The Technical Lead - Data Center Operations oversees daily server and network operations, providing onsite support for the local data center and Network POP while remotely supporting OVHcloud data centers across the United States. This role supports customer orders, data center network deployments, infrastructure standards, service continuity, and operational performance. Serving as a primary escalation owner, the position coordinates across internal teams to resolve issues, improve procedures, and maintain reliable data center operations., * Oversee the development, integration, maintenance, and operation of IT infrastructure systems and services in partnership with Data Center Operations IT staff. * Coordinate with Project Management to ensure project timelines, milestones, and deliverables are met. * Coordinate with Service Delivery to ensure Enterprise customer orders are processed and billed properly. * Deploy top-of-rack switches, complete post-configuration activities, and perform quality checks. * Monitor, diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve network issues escalated by Data Center Operations IT staff. * Support infrastructure device guidelines, policies, configuration standards, and best practices for data center teams. * Review policies and procedures to ensure IT systems and services remain compliant with ISO and SOC requirements. * Ensure operations meet internal OLAs and external SLAs. * Monitor environmental conditions to support proper equipment performance and operational readiness. * Collaborate with Sales, Customer Support, and data center managers to develop action plans that improve operations and communication. * Gather data on common processes and work with supporting teams to develop more efficient procedures. * Create and maintain technical documentation and provide training to technicians. * Serve as the technical point of contact between data center IT operations and internal teams. * Identify work requiring change management and organize data center change management requests. * Notify stakeholders of issues as needed and escalate issues when required. * Deploy and maintain network equipment in PoP sites. * Maintain required on-call availability., * Management Support - Leaders provide guidance, resources, and encouragement to help you succeed. * Collaboration - Work closely with passionate peers in a team-oriented environment. * Freedom of Opinion - Share your ideas openly; your voice is valued. * Meaningful Work - Contribute to projects that matter and see the impact of your efforts. * Recognition - Achievements are acknowledged and celebrated, fueling continued growth. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [A Technical Introduction to Bitcoin's 2nd Layer- The Lightning Network](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/15-a-technical-introduction-to-bitcoin-s-2nd-layer-the-lightning-network) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology)