Data Center Engineer

Data Center Optical Engineer

We are seeking a hands‑on Data Center Optical Engineer to support hyperscale data center operations, including optical transport, remote hands, break‑f​ix, and hardware support.

Base pay range
$28.00/hr - $30.00/hr

Responsibilities

• Provide remote hands services following MOPs and engineering documentation.
• Rack, stack, cable, and decommission data center equipment.
• Install, route, label, and terminate copper and fiber cabling (CAT5/6, SM/MM fiber).
• Test and turn up 10G–100G circuits using OTDR, power meters, BERT, RFC
  2544, Y.1564, iPerf.
• Troubleshoot optical, IP transport, and hardware issues.
• Replace routers, switches, servers, and transport equipment.
• Work with AC/DC power, redundant feeds, and ATS.
• Perform site audits, documentation, and oversee 3rd‑party on‑site work.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of data center or network operations experience.
• Customer‑facing experience required; team lead experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of optical, IP transport, and data center environments.
• Able to work independently in fast‑paced environments.
• OSHA 10/30, CPR/First Aid (or ability to obtain).

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 50 lbs; work in overhead racks, confined spaces, and varied environments.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Contract

Job function Telecommunications

Dallas, TX $-$ 8 months ago