> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4704155-data-center-operations-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4704155-data-center-operations-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). --- # Data Center Operations Engineer - **Company:** CloudFlare - **Location:** Salt Lake City, UT, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, JIRA, Intelligent Platform Management Interface, Bash Shell, Data Centers, Data Center Infrastructure Management (CIM), Linux, Firmware, Networking Hardware, Inventory Management Software, Python (Programming Language), Linux Commands, Log Analysis, Runbook, Scripting, Bicsi, Cloudflare, Hardware Infrastructure - **Published:** November 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.military.com/career/395641/data-center-operations-engineer-california-ca-san-francisco ## About the Role * Hands-on experience in data center, network or server hardware operations, including working independently on site. \n * Experience racking, stacking and cabling servers and network equipment, and replacing whole systems and components. \n * Solid working knowledge of structured cabling standards, fiber and copper, and optics. \n * Hardware troubleshooting beyond parts swaps, including BMC/IPMI, hardware logs, diagnostics and firmware. \n * Comfort with the Linux command line and with network device CLIs to troubleshoot Layer 1 and Layer 2 issues. \n * Experience with fiber inspection, cleaning and testing, including light meters or OTDR. \n * Regular, hands-on use of AI tools in your technical work, such as troubleshooting, log analysis or documentation, and examples of improving a process instead of repeating a workaround. \n * Experience with asset tracking, DCIM or inventory systems, and with receiving, shipping and RMA processes. \n * Experience working in colocation facilities and with third-party vendors or contractors. \n * Willingness to take part in an on-call rotation and respond on site. \n * Clear written and verbal communication, including documenting work and updating tickets. \n * A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proximity to your assigned data center. \n * Ability to travel occasionally to other sites. \n, * Experience as a technical lead or primary on-site contact for a data center, including leading on-site incident response. \n * Experience mentoring or training other technicians or engineers. \n * Experience writing runbooks, build standards or checklists used across multiple sites. \n * Experience supporting or leading new data center builds or integrated rack deployments. \n * Scripting experience (for example Bash or Python), or experience building automation or AI-assisted workflows that reduced manual work. \n * Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+ or Linux+, CCNA, BICSI, or data center certifications (for example CDCP or CDCTP). \n * Experience with DCIM and source-of-truth tooling such as NetBox or Nlyte, and Jira-based workflows. \n * Experience at a hyperscaler, cloud provider, major CDN or similarly large infrastructure operator. \n * Experience with ITAD and secure destruction processes. \n ## Description At Cloudflare, were not looking for people who wait for a polished roadmap; were looking for the builders who see the cracks in the Internet that everyone else has simply learned to live with. We value candidates who have the instinct to spot a "normalized" problem and the AI-native curiosity to create a solution using the latest tools. Our culture is built on iteration, leveraging AI to ship faster today to make it better tomorrow, while ensuring that every improvement, no matter how small, is shared across the team to lift everyone up. If youre the type of person who values curiosity over bureaucracy, and that AI is a partner in solving tough problems to keep the Internet moving forward, youll fit right in.