Data Center Engineer

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Ahmedabad, Gujarat, IND
In-Office
Entry level
Cloud • Information Technology • Internet of Things • Machine Learning • Software • Cybersecurity • Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
We are shaping the future of digital connectivity the world relies on.
The Role
Manages, maintains, deploys, and troubleshoots physical data center infrastructure. Responsibilities include incident resolution, asset and inventory management, site audits, rack installation and commissioning, fibre and copper cabling, device configuration support, hardware and connectivity troubleshooting, documentation, and coordination with customers, vendors, and internal teams. Requires on-site work, possible shifts, adherence to operational procedures and safety protocols, and strong communication skills.
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About this opportunity:
The Data Center Engineer is responsible for the management, maintenance, and deployment of the physical infrastructure within the data center. This role involves both building and operational support activities to ensure optimal data center performance and reliability.
What you will do
The roles and responsibilities of the build and support Engineer are:
Operational activities (not limited to):- Work on tickets assigned to fix incidents in the data center on-site visit is required- Timely updates with accurate work logs to be updated in ticketing tool.- Meet all agreed SLA's with the Customer.- Immediately escalate to the central project team any abnormal situation in the data center concerning Ericsson equipment at site.- Asset Management onsite at the data center and reporting- Site audit conducted as per the official guidelines- Site spare inventory management and reporting- Remote support to the onsite engineer to solve the issue- Support other projects within META program.
Build activities (Not limited to):- Installation and commissioning of compute and network racks.- Fibre and copper cable laying, termination, labelling, and dressing.- Installation and configuration support for network and compute devices.- Material receipt, verification, and inventory management.- Performing troubleshooting for hardware, link, and connectivity issues.- Engaging with customers, vendors, and internal teams for issue resolution.
The skills you bring- Proven experience in remote troubleshooting and ability to operate effectively in a service desk or data centre environment.- Willingness to work during non-business hours or in shifts as required by operational needs.- Strong technical expertise in data center operations and IT infrastructure, including servers, switches, routers, cabling systems, and fibre optics.- Demonstrated ability to manage and maintain physical infrastructure within a data center environment.- Flexible and adaptable, capable of working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.- Skilled in reviewing, enhancing, and maintaining Methods of Procedure (MOPs) and operational guidelines.- Strong focus on service excellence with a customer-first mindset, leveraging multi-domain technical competence.- Adheres strictly to approved MOPs, safety protocols, and operational instructions without deviation.- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively across teams and with customers.- A proactive team player with strong interpersonal skills, able to work seamlessly with cross-functional teams.- Capable of handling multiple priorities and engaging with both customers and internal stakeholders under high-pressure situations.- Proficient in spoken and written English to support effective communication in global environments.
"All academic credentials must be from recognized and accredited institutions and are further subject to verification."
Why join Ericsson?At Ericsson, you'll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You'll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You'll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply? Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.
Primary country and city: India (IN) || Ahmedabad
Req ID: 790845

Skills Required

  • Experience with remote troubleshooting and service desk or data center environments
  • Technical expertise in data center operations and IT infrastructure, including servers, switches, routers, cabling systems, and fibre optics
  • Ability to manage and maintain physical data center infrastructure
  • Willingness to work non-business hours or shifts
  • Ability to review, enhance, and maintain Methods of Procedure and operational guidelines
  • Adherence to approved procedures, safety protocols, and operational instructions
  • Strong verbal and written English communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively under pressure
  • Academic credentials from recognized and accredited institutions, subject to verification

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