Data Center Technician

Lightning AI

$80K — $90K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of data center experience with critical infrastructure systems knowledge
  • Strong Linux administration expertise
  • Proficient in setting up networking appliances, including Ethernet and InfiniBand
  • Detail-oriented with precise documentation and debugging skills
  • Resourceful problem-solver capable of tackling issues independently
  • Ability to work in a 24/7 environment with on-call rotation and after-hours support
  • Strong analytical and communication skills for technical collaboration

Responsibilities

  • Maintain hardware including configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting
  • Diagnose and resolve system, compute, and network issues
  • Ensure proper installation and configuration of new infrastructure
  • Troubleshoot server hardware and software challenges
  • Become a subject matter expert on data center technical aspects
  • Proactively monitor onsite hardware to prevent failures
  • Collaborate with HW Support to resolve infrastructure issues promptly
  • Work with RMA team on faulty parts management and replacement
  • Create installation standards and documentation for consistency

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision
  • Equity options through RSUs for employee investment in company success
  • 401(k) matching and pension contributions for retirement savings
  • Unlimited PTO and company holidays to promote work-life balance
  • Company-wide winter break for rejuvenation
  • Paid parental and family leave for important life events
  • Annual budget for professional development
  • Wellness stipends for physical and mental health support
  • Four weeks of paid sabbatical after four years of service
  • Flexible schedules and hybrid work options
  • Complimentary in-office meals
Full Job Description
Lightning AI is looking for Data Center Technicians to join our DC Ops team in our Puyallup, WA HPC Data Center. In this role, you'll be monitoring some of the world's most advanced equipment and systems as you support day-to-day hardware, power, and network operations. This is a full-time role, on-site in Puyallup, Washington. We are not able to provide sponsorship for this position. What You'll Do - Help maintain hardware in the data center, including tasks such as configuration, maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting assistance - Help diagnose and resolve system/compute/network issues to restore functionality - Ensure new server, storage and network infrastructure is properly racked, labeled, cabled, and configured - Troubleshoot server hardware and software issues - Become a subject matter expert on all the physical technical aspects of the data center build, from power deployment to containment solution to cabling infrastructure - Proactively monitor onsite hardware to get ahead of any failures - Work closely with HW Support team to ensure data center infrastructure-related support tickets are resolved - Work with RMA team to ensure faulty parts are returned and replacements are ordered - Create installation standards and documentation for placement, labeling, and cabling to drive consistency and discoverability across all data centers What You Will Need Required Qualifications - 2+ years of experience in data centers and technically proficient about critical infrastructure systems supporting data centers, such as power distribution, air flow management, environmental monitoring, capacity planning, DCIM software, structured cabling, and cable management - Strong Linux administration experience - Experience setting up networking appliances (Ethernet and InfiniBand) - Attention to detail: precision in debugging work (such as cabling, patching, or configuring equipment), documenting fixes and changes - Resourceful Problem-solver: doesn't need to be explicitly told to solve an issue, can figure out solutions under constraints - Ability to work in an environment that operates 24/7 with an ability to participate in on-call rotation and provide after-hours support as needed - Must be able to prioritize tasks and react quickly to issues - Strong analytical and communication skills: collaborate closely with our network engineers, SREs, on-site remote hands, and operations team to resolve issues and ensure smooth deployments Ideal Experience - Experience in HPC environments - Experience working with Dell or Nvidia equipment Compensation We are committed to offering competitive compensation that reflects the value each team member brings to our mission. Final offers are based on factors such as experience, skills, geographic location, and role expectations. In addition to base salary, our total rewards package for eligible roles includes a discretionary bonus, a meaningful equity component, and comprehensive benefits. The anticipated annual base salary range for this role is: $80,000-$90,000 USD Benefits and Perks We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' health, well-being, and long-term success: - Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents. - Meaningful Equity: RSUs that give employees a stake in the company's long-term success. - Retirement Savings: 401(k) matching (U.S.) and pension contributions (U.K.). - Flexible Time Off: Unlimited PTO, company holidays, and floating holidays to support work-life balance. - Company-Wide Winter Break: Two weeks of company closure each winter to disconnect and recharge. - Paid Parental & Family Leave: Paid leave to support you and your family through life's important moments. - Professional Development: Annual learning and development allowance to support your professional growth. - Wellness Benefits: Wellness and work-from-home stipends to support your physical and mental well-being. - Sabbatical Program: Four weeks of paid sabbatical leave after four years of service. - Flexible Work: Flexible schedules and a hybrid work model for our office-based teams. - In-Office Meals: Complimentary meals at our office hubs. Benefits may vary by location, team, and role.

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