> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/361544-senior-data-center-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/361544-senior-data-center-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Data Center Engineer - **Company:** OpenText - **Location:** Amstelveen, Netherlands - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Computer Engineering, Data Centers, Data Center Infrastructure Management (CIM), Disaster Recovery, System Availability, Information Technology, Machine Learning Operations - **Published:** June 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://nl.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=dad3322b5f1f9102 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Scalability?, * Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) * 10+ years' experience in data center engineering, infrastructure architecture, or similar roles * Strong expertise in data center infrastructure (power, cooling, racks, cabling) and core IT systems (compute, storage, networking, virtualization, cloud) * Solid understanding of high-availability architectures, disaster recovery, and large-scale enterprise or hyperscale environments * Proven experience managing colocation providers, vendors, and delivering complex infrastructure projects * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; familiarity with DCIM tools, observability platforms, and sustainability/energy optimization * Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure, GPU or HPC systems is a plus as well as an electrical certification * Very good English and Dutch skills are required. ## Description The Senior Data Center Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, operation, and continuous improvement of data center infrastructure. This role ensures high availability, performance, and scalability of critical systems, while maintaining compliance with operational standards and best practices. The position requires deep technical expertise across compute, storage, networking, and facility integration, along with strong leadership and problem-solving skills. WHAT THE ROLE OFFERS * Design, architect, and deploy end-to-end data center infrastructure (compute, storage, network, power, cooling) * Lead capacity planning, scalability strategies, and full infrastructure lifecycle management * Define engineering standards, best practices, and evaluate vendor and technology solutions * Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring uptime, performance, and SLA/KPI adherence * Manage network and systems infrastructure, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and upgrades * Drive automation, standardization, and operational efficiency through scripting and IaC * Ensure security, compliance, incident/change management, and provide leadership, mentoring, and cross-team collaboration ## Related Videos - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [Convincing Product teams to Adopt Gitops in a Large Org](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1936-convincing-product-teams-to-adopt-gitops-in-a-large-org) - [Autonomous microservices with event-driven architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1052-autonomous-microservices-with-event-driven-architecture) - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [How to build a sovereign European AI compute infrastructure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1102-how-to-build-a-sovereign-european-ai-compute-infrastructure) - [Azure-Well Architected Framework - designing mission critical workloads in practice](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1529-azure-well-architected-framework-designing-mission-critical-workloads-in-practice) ## Related Articles - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam) - [How to Find Tech Jobs in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/279-how-to-find-tech-jobs-in-amsterdam) - [The Netherlands – Europe’s powerhouse for software development?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/31-the-netherlands-europe-s-powerhouse-for-software-development) - [Software Developer Salary in The Netherlands [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/217-software-developer-salary-in-the-netherlands-2023) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)