System Engineering Technician at Sustainable Talent

Santa Clara, California, United States

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$104,000 – $124,800Compensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Cloud InfrastructureIndustries

Requirements

  • Associates or Bachelors Degree in a Tech related Major or 4+ years of equivalent experience in a Lab or Datacenter environment
  • 5+ years of experience in data centers or large engineering labs
  • Familiarity with SCMs like GIT/Perforce
  • Proficiency in DCIM (Nautobot, etc.) and scripting (shell, Python, Ansible)
  • Working knowledge of protocols/services like TCP/IP, DNS, NFS, SSL, etc
  • Experience with Windows, Linux, and Mac operating systems
  • Hands-on experience with PCBs, GPUs, and system deployments
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and effectively
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative spirit
  • Ability to perform well at work without requiring supervision

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the installation, configuration, and deployment of new hardware and software components
  • Conduct regular inspections and audits of infrastructure components to identify and address potential issues proactively
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and test new technologies and solutions
  • Document maintenance activities, troubleshooting procedures, and system configurations
  • Participate in on-call rotation and respond to emergency situations as needed
  • Handling Labs and Datacenters using DCIM Tools, spreadsheets and task tracking tools
  • Define standards in labs to keep them safe, clean and organized
  • Perform routine maintenance tasks on servers, networking equipment, and other infrastructure components in data centers and labs
  • Troubleshoot hardware and software issues to ensure uninterrupted operation of critical systems
  • Deploy test boards that run automated tests from Software Developers and triage and root cause board issues which are not due to hardware or software issues but that potentially have test setup issues
  • Remove and redeploy boards that need software and/or hardware upgrades from board engineers in a regular cadence
  • Work closely and pro-actively with other engineering teams such as system architects, chip and board designers, software/firmware engineers, HW/SW QA teams and Applications engineering teams to drive design, development, debug and release of next generations products
  • Take active part in procurement decisions for Lab by choosing from various options available, getting test copies and doing proof of concepts and then providing recommendations
  • Collect data for critical metrics for the lab and track progress

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Hardware InstallationWindowsLinuxTroubleshootingDevOpsMonitoringData CenterSystem ConfigurationGPUsNVIDIA Hardware

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay rate for this System Engineering Technician position?

The position offers competitive pay of $50/hr - $60/hr based on factors like experience, education, location, etc.

Is this role remote or onsite, and where is it located?

This is a W-2 full-time contract based onsite in Santa Clara, CA.

What key skills are required for this Engineering Technician role?

The role requires a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, experience installing and maintaining Windows/Linux platforms, and skills in troubleshooting hardware/software issues in data centers and labs.

What benefits and company culture are offered?

The position provides full benefits, PTO, and amazing company culture.

What makes a strong candidate for this System Engineering Technician role?

A strong candidate has a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, passion for infrastructure reliability, experience with Windows/Linux, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams while handling on-call duties in a fast-paced lab environment.

Sustainable Talent

AI-powered talent recruitment solutions

About Sustainable Talent

Sustainable Talent is dedicated to modernizing the recruitment field, leveraging AI technology for efficient real-time recruiting, staff augmentation, and providing both full-time and contract roles. This company stands out as a bridge for talent in startups and established industry leaders, ensuring top companies are matched with the best individuals. Their commitment to cutting-edge technology and a focus on sustainable talent retention makes it an ideal workplace for those interested in the forefront of HR tech and innovative staffing solutions.

Wayne, NJ 07470, USAHeadquarters
2009Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise Software, EducationIndustries
11-50Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Increased competition from AI-driven recruitment platforms.
Remote work trend reduces demand for traditional staffing services.
Economic uncertainty may lead to hiring freezes.

Differentiation

Specializes in remote workforce management consulting services.
Expertise in diverse talent acquisition and inclusive workplace strategies.
Emphasizes commitment to sustainable business practices.

Upsides

Rising demand for remote work optimization services.
Growing emphasis on diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Expansion of the gig economy offers new staffing opportunities.

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