Lambda

Data Center Site Manager (Chicago)

Lambda • $110K — $130K *
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007In-Person
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years experience with critical infrastructure systems in data centers
  • Basic understanding of Linux administration
  • Experience setting up networking appliances across multiple locations
  • Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
  • Action-oriented with a strong willingness to learn
  • Desire to mentor team members

Responsibilities

  • Manage and lead a team of data center technicians
  • Maintain high availability and reliability in the data center
  • Ensure proper racking, labeling, cabling, and configuration of infrastructure
  • Troubleshoot hardware and software issues
  • Document data center layout and network topology
  • Collaborate with supply chain for timely deployments
  • Create installation standards and documentation for consistency

Benefits

  • Work in a state-of-the-art data center environment
  • Collaborative opportunities across cross-functional teams
  • Mentorship and professional development opportunities
  • Focus on maintaining high standards and best practices in data center operations
  • Chance to influence and shape data center strategies based on growth plans and trends
Full Job Description
*Note: This position requires presence in our Elk Grove Data Center 5 days per week.

What You'll Do
  • Manage and lead a team of data center technicians
  • Maintain high availability, reliability, and security in the data center environment
  • Ensure new server, storage and network infrastructure is properly racked, labeled, cabled, and configured
  • Troubleshoot hardware and software issues in some of the world's most advanced systems
  • Document data center layout and network topology in DCIM software
  • Work with supply chain & manufacturing teams to ensure timely deployment of systems and project plans for large-scale deployments
  • Assess current and future state data center requirements based on growth plans and technology trends
  • Manage a parts depot inventory and track equipment through the delivery-store-stage-deploy-handoff process in each of our data centers
  • Create installation standards and documentation for placement, labeling, and cabling to drive consistency and discoverability across all data centers
  • Oversee deployments and day-to-day operations of the data center
  • Maintain uptime for assets and infrastructure, and ensure customer SLAs are met
  • Participate in technical discussions and provide expertise on data center integration and deployment strategies
  • Understand power/cooling requirements as well as cabling needs required within data center space to support high performance infrastructures.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Supply Chain, Customer Experience and Sales, to align data center solutions with business goals
  • Ensure the data center complies with Lambda's standards and policies

You
  • Have 5+ years experience with critical infrastructure systems supporting data centers, such as power distribution, air flow management, environmental monitoring, capacity planning, DCIM software, structured cabling, and cable management
  • Have basic understanding of Linux administration
  • Have experience in setting up networking appliances (Ethernet and InfiniBand) across multiple data center locations
  • Are someone who pays attention to detail and has the ability to follow instructions
  • Are action-oriented and have a strong willingness to learn
  • Have a desire to mentor other team members and help them reach their full potential

Nice to Have
  • Experience with troubleshooting and theoretical knowledge the following network layers, technologies, and system protocols: TCP/IP, OSPF, SNMP, SSL, HTTP, FTP, SSH, Syslog, DHCP, DNS, RDP, NETBIOS, IP routing, Ethernet, switched Ethernet, 802.11x, NFS, and VLANs
  • Experience with working in large-scale distributed data center environments
  • Experience working with auditors to meet all compliance requirements (ISO/SOC)
  • Experience Supermicro & Nvidia hardware
  • Previous data center team management experience

Salary Range Information

The annual salary range for this position has been set based on market data and other factors. However, a salary higher or lower than this range may be appropriate for a candidate whose qualifications differ meaningfully from those listed in the job description.

About Lambda

Lambda is an online education company that offers courses in computer science and software engineering. The company was founded in 2017 by Austen Allred and Ben Nelson. Lambda's courses are designed to be accessible to anyone, regardless of their background or prior experience. The company's mission is to provide high-quality education that leads to well-paying jobs in the tech industry. Lambda has partnerships with a number of companies, including Amazon, Google, and Microsoft, and has helped thousands of students launch careers in tech.
Learn more about Lambda
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Net Income
-$5 million
Founded
2017
5 Year Trend
+100%
Revenue
$100 million
NASDAQ
LMBDA
* Ladders Estimates

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