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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Datacenter Operations Manager - **Company:** Cadence Design Systems, Inc. - **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $136,500.0 - $253,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Intelligent Platform Management Interface, Data Centers, Linux, Firmware, Network Troubleshooting, Data Center Networking, Information Technology, Bare Metal, Performance Monitor, Patch Management, Hardware Infrastructure - **Published:** June 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000g73grf ## About the Role The ideal candidate will bring strong operational leadership, hands-on Linux and networking experience, and the ability to manage infrastructure deployments while maintaining strict SLA compliance and up-time standards., + Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field. + 10-15+ years of experience in IT data center operations. + Strong hands-on experience with Linux/Unix systems in production environments. + Solid understanding of data center networking fundamentals. ## Description Data Center Operations + Lead daily operations of enterprise and colocation data center environments supporting business-critical applications. + Ensure 99.99%+ availability of IT infrastructure through proactive monitoring, maintenance coordination, and incident management. + Serve as escalation point for operational incidents and drive root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions. + Manage preventive maintenance schedules and ensure minimal operational disruption. + Oversee rack & stack activities, structured cabling, power circuit installations, and IT equipment onboarding. + Support high-density rack deployments (25kW-75kW+) including CPU and GPU infrastructure. + Coordinate infrastructure expansions and system upgrades while maintaining production stability. + Validate power and cooling readiness prior to IT deployments in coordination with facilities teams. + Support Linux/Unix environments including OS provisioning, patch management, access control, and performance monitoring. + Assist in server provisioning, firmware updates, and bare-metal bring-up (iDRAC/iLO/IPMI configuration). + Troubleshoot system-level performance issues involving CPU, memory, disk, and I/O. + Coordinate deployment and maintenance of data center network infrastructure including TOR switches, optics, cross-connects, and carrier circuits. + Partner with network engineering teams to ensure reliable internal and customer connectivity. + Support connectivity turn-ups and network troubleshooting within colocation environments. + Manage colocation services including power provisioning, connectivity setup, and customer move-ins. + Oversee vendor and maintenance contracts to ensure SLA compliance and performance standards. + Coordinate with Sales Engineering, Facilities, and Network teams for seamless service delivery. + Lead change management processes including review and approval of Method of Procedures (MOPs). + Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and operational runbooks. + Ensure compliance with corporate policies, industry standards, and audit requirements. + Perform 12-36 month capacity forecasting for power (kW), cooling, rack density, and network growth. + Track CapEx and OpEx related to hardware deployments, colocation recurring costs, and maintenance programs. ## Related Videos - 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