Data Center Engineer - Fiber Optic Centric (25 series preferred)

Location: Greater Denver, CO

Salary: $30-$50/hr Depending on Experience

Company Information:

In the exploding business of modern telecommunications, SRI is at the forefront of this expansion by helping companies build, integrate & staff their cutting-edge networks. SRI is proud to only work with the largest service providers in the country which gives us endless opportunities for business and personal growth! Our culture is amazing, and our employees are happy and motivated, we would love to have you join our team!

Description of Role

SRI Telecom is seeking a Senior Data Center Engineer with solid infrastructure engineering technical skills to help build our 5G Network. The ideal individual will be experienced in the design and operational support of ISP critical systems. Our Data Centers are the foundation upon which our 5G infrastructure efficiently operates, and our innovative services delivered. The Data Center Engineering Team is responsible for design, retrofit and upgrade projects, ensuring our highly reliable environment is guaranteed. The ideal candidate will be able to work broadly; leading critical projects cross-functionally, and work independently, leading deep dives and expert analyses. This role is a key, strategic part of our business, and presents an opportunity to implement and optimize the latest networking solutions

Responsibilities

• Lead complex systems engineering projects and initiatives including working cross-functionally with Network & System Teams, construction, field operations, vendors, and Technology Development.
• Coordinate with data center sites to lead or support engineering studies, systems audits industry standards, startup testing, and full commissioning.
• Transform and build data centers employing standards and best practices for power, HVAC, Networking systems. Hardware monitoring, commissioning and decommissioning server/storage/network hardware.
• Prepare data center specifications and design criteria for retrofits, and provide input on future data center design reviews. Manage and report on all aspects (capacity, space, power, assets, etc.) of the data center.
• Manage data center capacity for data center space, power, and network cable infrastructure. Work with server, storage, and network teams to do initial device installation and configure remote management access. Participate in equipment failure and power outage incidents, drive Root-Cause-Analysis (RCA), and implement solutions broadly across all regions.
• Develop and review design standards, specifications, and method of procedures (MOP), for consistency and maximum system reliability. Evaluate data center commissioning scripts and participate in commissioning activities (Integrated System Test) for new and retrofitted data centers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Graduate degree in an IT, engineering, technical field (mechanical, electrical, or controls), or 5+ years of experience in one of these disciplines.

• Solid understanding of the OSI model, routing and switching protocols, network security, IPv4 and IPv6 networking.

• 5+ years' experience with data centers and/or operations of mission critical data centers

• Experience with standard Data Center equipment to include: electrical distribution equipment, low voltage power and molded case circuit breakers, overhead IT busway, air handling units, water treatment equipment, controls and monitoring, and hot aisle containment accessories.

• Experience in load management at the operations level within data centers.

• Design and engineering of effective and scalable network systems and solutions. Troubleshooting and Networking experience

• 25-series experience preferred

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday 8 am - 5 pm

Benefits

SRI offers W-2 employment with access to a comprehensive benefits package such as paid vacation, paid holidays, health/dental/vision insurance, 401k, HSA and others!

Salary

This position pays $30-50/hour on up, depending on experience.

Location:

9601 S Meridian Blvd, Englewood, CO 80112

CX25