Datacenter Technician 1

Austin, TX, US • Posted 1 day ago • Updated 11 hours ago
Full Time
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Skills

  • Attention To Detail
  • Computer Engineering
  • Information Technology
  • Electronics
  • Server Hardware
  • CompTIA
  • Network+
  • x86
  • Linux
  • Microsoft Operating Systems
  • Microsoft Windows Server
  • Operating Systems
  • Testing
  • CPU
  • PCI Express
  • SAN
  • Physical Layer
  • Data Link Layer
  • Network
  • Switches
  • Network Design
  • Distribution
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Collaboration
  • BIOS
  • Firmware
  • Remote Management
  • BMC
  • IPMI
  • Kernel-based Virtual Machine
  • IP
  • Intellectual Property
  • Scripting
  • Python
  • Windows PowerShell
  • Bash
  • Cabling
  • Inventory
  • Asset Management
  • Shipping
  • Workflow
  • ESD
  • Computer Hardware
  • Management
  • Debugging

Summary

Job Description

About the Role:
* is seeking a motivated, hands-on Server Datacenter Technician to join our Server BIOS team. This role supports validation of cutting-edge server platforms and manageability firmware in a high-volume lab environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically curious, and comfortable working directly with server hardware, rack infrastructure, and engineering teams.

Education & Experience:
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics, or related technical field preferred.
  • Candidates with a high school diploma must have 5+ years of equivalent hands-on experience in server hardware testing, data center operations, or lab infrastructure support.
  • CompTIA A+, Network+, or similar technical certifications are a plus.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Deploy, configure, and maintain x86 server platforms within a high-volume validation lab environment.
  • Perform system bring-up, BIOS and firmware updates, and platform configuration across multiple validation programs.
  • Install and configure Linux and Windows Server operating systems for testing purposes.
  • Conduct hardware failure isolation across CPU, memory (DIMMs), PCIe devices, storage, networking, and power subsystems.
  • Troubleshoot L1/L2 network connectivity, validate switch configurations, and support rack-level network infrastructure.
  • Diagnose and resolve rack-level power distribution issues, including PDUs and power balancing.
  • Analyze system logs, firmware outputs, and OS-level errors to support root cause analysis.
  • Reproduce defects and collaborate with BIOS, firmware, and hardware engineering teams to validate fixes.
  • Utilize remote management tools (BMC/IPMI, serial console, KVM-over-IP) for system access and debug.
  • Execute test procedures and assist with basic scripting or automation tasks (Python, PowerShell, or Bash preferred).
  • Manage rack infrastructure including cabling, airflow considerations, hardware swaps, and lifecycle handling.
  • Maintain accurate inventory tracking, asset management, and support hardware shipping/receiving workflows.
  • Follow ESD and lab safety procedures while working with sensitive hardware components.
  • Prioritize and manage multiple concurrent debug and validation activities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working in high-density server or data center environments.

Meet Your Recruiter

Shiv Shekhar
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  • Dice Id: 10375359
  • Position Id: 6da6e370503f8a844f570ea8f9ea58af
  • Posted 1 day ago
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