Adyen

Data Center Engineer II

Adyen$169K — $232K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of data center engineering and operations experience
  • Proven track record in designing and implementing data center infrastructure
  • Hands-on experience in managing modern data center environments
  • Strong project management skills for complex initiatives
  • Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational abilities
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills across teams and time zones
  • Experience with DCIM and large-scale asset management

Responsibilities

  • Lead global data center rollout and expansion projects
  • Oversee data center operations in the USA
  • Collaborate on the design and implementation of critical infrastructure
  • Manage full hardware lifecycle from procurement to decommissioning
  • Coordinate supply chain logistics with procurement and on-site teams
  • Ensure accurate data integrity within the DCIM software
  • Act as liaison between project installation and operations teams
  • Plan and coordinate repairs and maintenance with third-party vendors
  • Serve as primary contact for vendors and internal stakeholders
  • Conduct hands-on work and project oversight in data centers

Benefits

  • In-person collaborative work environment in San Francisco
  • Opportunity for international travel for site audits and project oversight
  • Engagement in large-scale data center projects across global locations
  • Ownership of critical infrastructure and processes
  • Development of advanced technical skills in data center operations
Full Job Description
Data Center Engineer

We're looking for an experienced and independent Data Center Engineer to join our team in Amsterdam and support Adyen's growing datacenter footprint around the globe.

In this role, you'll drive the end-to-end asset and lifecycle management of data center assets, maintain precise DCIM documentation to provide a "single source of truth" for our global teams. You'll work closely with global teams mainly based in Amsterdam and local third-party vendors, supporting both day-to-day operations and long-term infrastructure growth. You have a global mindset and the ability to travel internationally for several weeks per year to conduct site audits, oversee large-scale deployments, and align lifecycle standards across our global footprint

What You'll Do
  • Global Project Leadership- Lead the end-to-end rollout of new data centers and large-scale expansion projects, including the coordination and deployment of High-Performance Computing (HPC) clusters across global sites.
  • Take ownership of our datacenter footprint in the USA
  • Infrastructure Design & Engineering- Collaborate with partners to oversee the design and installation of critical infrastructure and advanced thermal management.
  • End-to-End Hardware Lifecycle- Manage the full equipment journey from initial Purchase Order (PO) through delivery, installation, and eventual decommissioning/End-of-Life (EoL) processing.
  • Supply Chain & Logistics Coordination- Partner with Procurement to track orders, manage inventory, and synchronize on-site logistics with local DC-ops teams or remote hands.
  • Data Integrity & DCIM Management- Serve as the guardian of the "Source of Truth" by ensuring all physical changes, assets, and project updates are 100% accurately reflected in the DCIM software.
  • Cross-Functional Transition- Act as the bridge between installation and production by communicating with Platform and Network teams to ensure systems are successfully handed over and integrated.
  • Maintenance & Technical Oversight- Plan and oversee engineering work-streams, including coordinating repairs, replacements, and maintenance executed by third parties.
  • Vendor & Stakeholder Management- Serve as the primary point of contact for DC vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve issues, facilitate audits, and support year-over-year platform growth.
  • Hands-on Field Operations- Maintain a "boots on the ground" approach by performing direct data center hardware work and traveling globally to provide on-site project oversight.
  • Operational Strategy- Align data center capacity and infrastructure capabilities with long-term platform requirements to ensure seamless scaling and efficiency

Who You Are
  • Open to travel often, mostly within the US.
  • Experienced in data center engineering as well as operations
  • Proven experience in the design and delivery of data center infrastructure
  • Hands-on experience managing modern environments.
  • Strong project management capabilities, with the ability to handle multiple complex initiatives simultaneously
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills with a strong sense of ownership and follow-through
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills to work across technical and vendor teams across regions and timezones
  • Experienced in DCIM and asset management on a large scale

Compensation for this role range from: $169,000 to $232,000 base salary
San Francisco

This role is based out of our San Francisco office. We are an office-first company and value in-person collaboration; we do not offer remote-only roles. This position does require 20-30% Travel

About Adyen

Adyen is a Dutch payment company that allows businesses to accept e-commerce, mobile, and point-of-sale payments. The company was founded in 2006 and has since grown to become one of the largest payment processors in the world. Adyen's platform is designed to be flexible and scalable, allowing businesses of all sizes to accept payments in a variety of currencies and payment methods. The company's clients include some of the world's largest companies, such as Uber, Spotify, and Microsoft.
Learn more about Adyen
Size
2,180 employees
Industry
Founded
2006
NASDAQ

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