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Data Center Engineer

IMC Trading

Data Center Engineer

Posted Yesterday

New York, NY, USA

Hybrid

Senior level

Fintech • Machine Learning • Software • Financial Services

IMC is a proprietary trading firm powered by research and technology.

The Role

Maintains physical servers, network devices, cabling, racks, and IT infrastructure across colocation data centers. Responsibilities include installations, hardware troubleshooting, vendor RMAs, inventory and shipments, documentation, rack optimization, and coordination with colocation and remote-hands teams. The role also supports office IT infrastructure, requires local travel between facilities, occasional flexible hours, and the ability to lift up to 60 pounds.

Summary Generated by Built In

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Data Center Engineer to join our team in Secaucus, NJ. This role requires hands-on work with our physical servers, network infrastructure, and IT components across various colocation facilities. You'll be responsible for the physical setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of server and network hardware, while ensuring smooth operations and accurate documentation.
The ideal candidate is energized by working in a cutting-edge data center environment that enables IMC to continue to be at the forefront of the evolving global financial markets.
Core hours for this position are Monday-Friday from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm. This role is based in Secaucus, NJ, and requires travel to local colocation facilities.
Your Core Responsibilities:

Oversee the lifecycle of physical servers, network devices, and other IT infrastructure components
Perform installation, configuration, and upkeep of server and network components in our data centers
Plan and implement efficient rack layouts, cabling schemes, and patching schedules to optimize data center operations
Diagnose hardware issues, coordinate with vendors for repairs or replacements (RMA process), and ensure timely resolution
Handle incoming and outgoing shipments, maintain accurate hardware inventory, and manage stock levels of IT components
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of physical infrastructure, cabling layouts, rack configurations, and associated processes
Build and maintain strong working relationships with hardware vendors, colocation partners, and remote hands teams to ensure efficient operations
Maintain office IT infrastructure, including hardware and network systems

Your Skills and Experience:

5+ years of hands-on experience in data center engineering
Strong understanding of server hardware, network devices, and data storage systems
Knowledge of network cabling, fiber optics, and optical transceivers
Experience with fiber optic testing and cleaning is required
Basic knowledge of Linux operating systems and networking protocols
CCNA certification is a plus
Proven experience in racking, cabling, and working with data center facilities management tools (power, cooling, etc.)
Familiarity with basic scripting in Bash and Python within a Linux environment is a plus
Strong ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment, and adapt to changing requirements
A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, often with minimal supervision
Ability to safely lift and move equipment weighing up to 60 pounds
Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required
A valid driver's license is required for travel between facilities

Skills Required

5+ years of hands-on data center engineering experience
Strong understanding of server hardware, network devices, and data storage systems
Knowledge of network cabling, fiber optics, and optical transceivers
Experience with fiber optic testing and cleaning
Basic knowledge of Linux operating systems and networking protocols
Experience with racking, cabling, and data center facilities management tools, including power and cooling systems
Basic scripting experience with Bash and Python in a Linux environment
CCNA certification
Ability to safely lift and move equipment weighing up to 60 pounds
Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required
Valid driver's license for travel between facilities
Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing requirements
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision

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The Company

HQ: Amsterdam

1,954 Employees

Year Founded: 1989

What We Do

IMC is a research-driven trading firm where quantitative modeling, machine learning, and engineering shape how modern markets are traded. A stabilizing force in markets since 1989, we provide liquidity across trading venues, delivering the best outcome in value and risk to investors. Using our own technology and capital, we build proprietary systems and algorithms that operate across global markets. Our researchers, traders, and engineers work as a collective, combining rapid experimentation, advanced infrastructure, and real-time feedback to turn insight into execution and execution into advantage.

Why Work With Us

At IMC, the best ideas win, regardless of hierarchy. Graduates receive mentorship and make an impact from day one, while experienced hires get to shape their own path in a flexible, high-performance environment. We remove barriers so everyone can grow and help drive one of the world’s leading liquidity providers.