Overview
Data Center Technician at Groq
Mission: Installation, configuration, and maintenance of data center infrastructure, including servers, storage systems, and network devices.
Responsibilities
* Directly Responsible Individual (DRI) for daily operations within the data center. Lead hands-on installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of compute and network infrastructure critical to Groq’s high-performance AI workloads.
* Hardware Operations: Receive, unpack, and move servers and other equipment to the data center floor; install, cable, and maintain servers, network switches, and power distribution units (PDUs) in racks; perform hardware bring-up and testing using Linux command-line tools; ensure proper accountability for equipment and assets through inventory management.
* Troubleshooting & Support: Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to rack and node failures; run scripts to debug and repair rack cabling and other hardware problems; create, update, and resolve tickets in Groq's ticketing system to document all work; participate in an on-call rotation to provide 24/7 support for data center operations.
* Infrastructure & Collaboration: Execute final test sign-offs for newly built racks; collaborate with other engineering teams to design and implement data center upgrades and expansions; develop and maintain technical documentation, including diagrams and procedures, to ensure operational consistency; ensure compliance with data center standards, policies, and procedures.
Ideal Candidates Have
* 2+ years of experience in data center operations or a related field
* Strong knowledge of data center infrastructure, including servers, storage systems, and network devices
* Experience with data center management software, such as DCIM or BMS
* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively
* Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
* Experience with scripting languages, such as Python or Bash
* Familiarity with virtualization technologies, such as Kubernetes
* Advanced fiber optic cabling skills
* Intermediate Linux skills
* Intrinsic curiosity and drive to stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends in data center infrastructure and operations
* Familiarity with MacBooks, Slack and Google Docs
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience
* Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
Compensation
At Groq, a competitive base salary is part of our comprehensive compensation package, which includes equity and benefits. For this role, salary range is determined by your location, skills, qualifications, experience and internal benchmarks. Compensation for candidates outside the USA will be dependent on the local market.
Employment details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Information Technology
* Industry: Semiconductor Manufacturing
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