xAI · 10 hours ago
Datacenter Operations Technician
Memphis, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expxAI is focused on creating AI systems to aid humanity in understanding the universe. The Datacenter Operations Technician will be responsible for the health of server and network infrastructure, ensuring efficient operations and quick resolutions to issues in data centers.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Generative AIInformation TechnologyMachine Learning
Responsibilities
Report to the job site during initial construction and report back to the engineering team as required
Performing troubleshooting and monitoring of the servers and network in our data centers and global points of presence
Rack and stack of data center network equipment
Maintain Warehouse inventory and asset management using our internal application
Labeling and troubleshooting for fiber/optics cables
Power supply cabling, installation, troubleshooting and repair
Installation of racks, servers and switches; this includes staging racks in place, cabling, power up and handoff of hardware to the provisioning team for customer capacity allocation
Manage, response and resolution of data center operations tickets used cross functionally within xAI via Jira
Create and Maintain documentation of tasks and standard operating procedures
Receipt and Decommissioning of data center hardware
Vendor returns for infrastructure under and out of warranty
Manage spare parts inventory within the data center
Define, design, and implement network layouts and solutions within our data centers
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
2+ years of experience working with server, storage, compute and network hardware
2+ Years of experience troubleshooting and repairing servers and networking infrastructure
2+ years of experience in Inventory Management, and ordering, receiving and shipping server and network equipment
Position is subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing
Position is subject to pre-employment and annual post employment background checks
Work is often performed in tight quarters and physical dexterity is necessary to perform job functions
Ability to lift up to 35lbs. unassisted
Comfortable working at elevated heights (up to 50 feet) with appropriate safety gear
Comfortable working in an environment requiring exposure to noise
Available to work evenings and weekends, as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required
Preferred
Strong Linux skills including: Navigating the system's directories and filing system, Manipulating files in the Linux shell, User permission configuration, Package installation and software management, Ability to identify and apply different filesystem types, Using Linux commands for process management, Basic troubleshooting and debugging, Bash or other scripting
Experience being on-call and ability to respond to critical events as needed
Experience leading Data Center Infrastructure projects
Curious to always learn new things within the Data Center World
Excellent prioritization and time management skills
Able to work in a fast paced environment
Detail Oriented
Oracle Experience
Inventory Management
4+ years of experience in Structured Cabling Copper/Fiber
4+ years of experience in Power and Cooling concepts inside the data center
Company
xAI
XAI is an artificial intelligence startup that develops AI solutions and tools to enhance reasoning and search capabilities.
11-50 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$22.73BKey Investors
Neptune Digital AssetsSpaceXMorgan Stanley
2025-12-11Secondary Market· $0.3M
2025-07-13Corporate Round· $5.32B
2025-07-01Debt Financing· $5B
Leadership Team
Toby Pohlen
Founding Member
Recent News
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