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(Internally known as an Associate Technical Consultant)
AHEAD Foundry is an end-to-end integration center delivering design, integration, and deployment of enterprise IT infrastructure—from the data center to the edge—with deep engineering expertise.
Paired with Hatch for lifecycle visibility, Foundry provides pre-deployment configuration, rack integration, warehousing and kitting, and global logistics to reduce risk and accelerate time to value.
Who we’re looking for: Think Big, Learn, and Be Curious
- Innovative Thinkers
- Enthusiastic Collaborators
- Creative Problem Solvers
- Curious Self – Starters
Responsibilities:
- Ability to communicate effectively across teams, and build positive relationships
Demonstrate ability to work on teams, collaborate on projects, and contribute to the overall successful delivery of projects
Demonstrate drive and proactiveness to get things done, be solutions–oriented, and enjoy solving complex problems
Demonstrate resourcefulness, curiosity, creativity, courage, critical thinking, and a desire to use technology to search for new and innovative solutions to problems
Exercise sound reasoning, ingenuity, and inclusive perspectives to analyze issues, solve problems and make recommendations
Ability to execute, manage competing priorities, and deliver to deadlines
Competencies (knowledge, skills, and abilities):
Basic understanding of computer architecture, assembly, configuration, and server hardware components.
Proven technical acuity and problem-solving abilities. Breaking a macro hardware issue into smaller, testable sub-components or variables.
Experience with Linux and Windows Operating Systems; image capturing and deployment is a plus
Any of the following certifications are preferred but not required: CCENT, CCNA, Network+, Server+, Security+, VCTA, CCA-V
Basic understanding of performance testing and component level tuning
Working knowledge of Data Center
Graduated with a degree in technical discipline by 1/11/2027
Excellent communication and listening skills related to problem solving, technical challenges, and status updates
Strong attention to detail and excellent documentation skills, specifically related to change control, documenting test cases, and requirements mapping.
Ability to manage an individual queue of tasks, update progress transparently in a project management system
Prior intern, co-op, or research experience in IT, software, or relevant field is a plus
Existing U.S. work authorization is required
Work environment
The work environment is in mainly an office environment. There are times when the employee must be in a production environment that has a higher noise level, brighter lights, and warm/cold air flow.
Physical demands (the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting, and driving.)
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Position type and expected hours of work
This is a full-time position in office, and hours of work and days are typically 8:00AM – 5:00PM, Monday - Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Travel
Skills Required
- Graduate with a degree in a technical discipline by January 11, 2027
- Existing U.S. work authorization
- Basic understanding of computer architecture, assembly, configuration, and server hardware components
- Proven technical aptitude and problem-solving abilities
- Experience with Linux and Windows operating systems
- Basic understanding of performance testing and component-level tuning
- Working knowledge of data centers
- Excellent communication and listening skills
- Strong attention to detail and documentation skills, including change control, test cases, and requirements mapping
- Ability to manage an individual task queue and update progress in a project management system
- CCENT, CCNA, Network+, Server+, Security+, VCTA, or CCA-V certification
- Image capturing and deployment experience
- Prior internship, co-op, or research experience in IT, software, or a related field
AHEAD Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about AHEAD and has not been reviewed or approved by AHEAD.
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Retirement Support — 401(k) contributions are matched dollar-for-dollar on the first $5,000 each year, with matching made each pay period and immediate 100% vesting. This structure signals above-standard employer support for retirement savings.
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Affordable Benefits — Medical options include low employee premiums for PPO and HDHP plans, and the HDHP adds employer HSA funding plus a dollar-for-dollar HSA match up to stated amounts. Dental and vision plans list very low per-paycheck costs, helping keep overall healthcare spend manageable.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — No-cost telemedicine (including virtual mental health when enrolled), free Calm access for the employee and dependents, and an EAP with counseling are included. Company-paid life and disability plus voluntary protections (legal/ID, pet insurance) and other extras round out a comprehensive set of supports.
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What We Do
AHEAD builds platforms for digital business. By weaving together cloud infrastructure, intelligent operations, and modern applications, we help enterprises deliver on the promise of digital transformation.
