Data Center/Systems Administrator - II

Data Systems/Systems Administrator – II

Location: Chandler, AZ (100% onsite)

Contract Duration: 1 year (potential for up to 18 months)

Contract Type: W2 through Staffing Supplier

Hours: Mon-Fri 8a-5p

Pay Rate: $37/hr

Requirements:

• Linux System Administration (~2-3 yrs experience)
• Ubuntu 22.04 or newer or Red Hat Linux 9.0 or newer.
• Understanding of TCP -IP networks and basic routers. (~1-3 years' experience)
• We will be using Cisco/Arista network switches.
• We use firewalls to protect and isolate projects.
• Setting up IP addresses, network routes, and firewall rules is required.
• Actually built high-performance computer systems from parts (~2 years)
• Either in a data center using Xeon servers or gaming systems using custom components.
• We will be installing network, storage and accelerator cards and swapping CPUs in systems as projects change.
• Python or Bash scripting for automating installation tasks is desired
• Ability to lift servers and do wiring in a rack. ~30-35 lbs max per server
• Possibly some team lifts of dense servers.
• Ability to climb short step-ladders when required to reach systems in the rack.
• Work efficiently and accurately.
• We need to pay attention to cable connections and air circulation to prevent system performance issues during benchmarks.
• Need to keep internal and external lab segments isolated from each other.
• Follow safety and installation guidelines in a shared lab network environment where multiple teams exist.
• Coordinate installation and repairs to minimize impact to running projects and customer demos.
• Follow lab standards.
• Good organizational and communications skills including:
• Inventory management
• Purchase tracking spreadsheets
• Working with suppliers to get quotes, track the purchases, label the equipment, and ensuring it gets added to inventory.
• Submitting Purchase Requisitions

*This is not a WFH /remote role. 8-5 in the lab most days is required to make physical changes, repairs, and carry out inventory management activities.

*Minimum High school diploma / GED required