DigitalOcean · 1 month ago
Senior Data Center Engineer
Kansas City
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$92K/yr - $116K/yrDigitalOcean is a cutting-edge technology company focused on simplifying cloud services. The Senior Data Center Engineer will be responsible for maintaining and growing the physical infrastructure of the DigitalOcean cloud, including deploying and maintaining data center infrastructure, diagnosing and repairing hardware issues, and managing server inventory.
Cloud ComputingDevOpsSaaSVirtualizationWeb Hosting
Responsibilities
Deploying and maintaining Data Center infrastructure
Racking, stacking and wiring servers, power distribution units, and switches
Installing servers, switches, routers, and storage hardware
Submitting RMA to equipment manufacturers and shipping and receiving gear to and from remote locations and vendors
Submitting and tracking remote work requests and managing server and component inventory
Diagnosing and repairing hardware and performing upgrades, integrations, rebuilds and other projects as needed
Debugging network, hardware, and Linux OS related issues
Inventory and asset management
Qualification
Required
Proficient understanding in data center power and cooling design and architecture to help ensure new data center spaces, cages and suites are designed as per operational standards
Experience deploying and troubleshooting GPU Hardware
Strong understanding of operating systems (OS) such as Linux; proficient with bash scripting
Strong understanding of infrastructure hardware deployment and troubleshooting skills in networking, hardware, and Linux OS related issues
Strong understanding in data center cabling plans and best practices
Able to evaluate and discuss data center events and/or incidents, leveraging data to drive improvements. While taking action and ensuring timely resolution and closure
A strong desire and aptitude for solving problems and performing deep technical dives to resolve issues quickly and efficiently
Ability to update, review and approve operational documentation and procedures
Experience developing and standardizing operational framework that drive improvement
Can assist with budgetary and planning requirements for future projects and initiatives
Ability to create and define key performance metrics to help drive efficiency
Ability to operate and navigate effectively through ambiguity
Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation
A valid driver's license (must be comfortable with driving)
Ability to travel domestically and internationally (10% - 15% travel)
Ability to be on your feet all day
Ability to lift objects up to 50 lbs
Ability to train and develop other junior engineers
Benefits
Reimbursement for relevant conferences, training, and education
Access to LinkedIn Learning's 10,000+ courses
Employee Assistance Program
Local Employee Meetups
Flexible time off policy
Bonus in addition to base salary
Equity compensation to eligible employees
Equity grants upon hire
Option to participate in our Employee Stock Purchase Program
Company
DigitalOcean
DigitalOcean provides a cloud platform to deploy, manage, and scale applications of any size.
Founded in 2012
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (30)
2024 (8)
2023 (9)
2022 (22)
2021 (11)
2020 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.92BKey Investors
Global Secure InvestAccess IndustriesKeyBanc Capital Markets
2025-08-12Post Ipo Debt· $625M
2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $800M
2021-09-13Post Ipo Equity· $34.91M
Leadership Team
Paddy Srinivasan
Chief Executive Officer
Larry D'Angelo
Chief Revenue Officer
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