L3 IT Service Desk Engineer

Position Overview

Term: 6‑month contract to hire.

Location:

on‑site in San Jose, California. Pay: up to $39/hr hours:
Monday‑Friday, 8‑5 pm.

• Support global customers and service teams, working swing and graveyard shifts and, depending on assignment, potentially weekends.
• Help build, automate, and maintain lab and test systems.
• Troubleshoot and isolate x86 component issues, including CPU, memory, PSU, and motherboard failures.
• Analyze and debug CPU, memory, motherboard, GPU, PCIe, and AOC related issues.
• Understand BMC chip functionality and utilize various BMC tools and software.
• Assist in resolving issues escalated by L1 and L2 engineering teams within a reasonable timeframe.
• Apply troubleshooting methodologies, including system log analysis, error code interpretation, and diagnostic tool usage.
• Support root cause analysis, triage, and post‑mortem investigations through lab testing, engineering collaboration, and daily issue tracking until root cause is identified.
• Work closely with engineering, quality, and product management teams to isolate and resolve product issues.
• Maintain organization and prioritize service escalations, documentation, records, and test logs for review.
• Clearly communicate technical issues and resolutions to customers, engineering teams, and management.
• Configure and troubleshoot iSCSI, multipath fiber, RoCE, SAS, and network switches.
• Reproduce field issues in the lab and perform low‑level validation testing. Review findings with engineering teams.
• Create test plans, SOPs, best‑practice guides, educational materials, and training documentation.
• Work comfortably in Linux, VMware, and server environments.
• Perform basic scripting using shell or batch scripts.
• Drive customer success through documentation, training, education, and issue resolution.
• Train internal employees, customers, ASPs, and partners on SMC solutions as needed.
• Mentor and support junior service engineers.
• Travel to customer sites when necessary to assist with issue resolution.
• Generate reports and analyze databases to identify recurring or widespread product issues.
• Audit helpdesk tickets when requested by service management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in field engineering supporting complex GPU servers, storage enclosures, networking systems, and enterprise GPU environments.
• Strong knowledge and hands‑on experience with IPMI and BMC tools.
• Experience working with Linux, VMware, and Windows Server operating systems.
• Strong understanding of x86 architecture.
• Experience using debug and diagnostic tools for PCIe, CPU, memory, and motherboard issue isolation.
• Knowledge of motherboard design, networking technologies, cabling, network switches, and storage controllers.
• Skills in scripting, automation, low‑level debugging, system testing, and performance testing.
• Experience with Python, VMware, Kubernetes, Redfish, and related technologies.
• Certifications such as CCNA, MCSE, A+, Linux Administration, or Server+ are a plus.
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting iSCSI, multipath fiber, RoCE, SAS, and network switches. GPU server experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with customers and engineering teams in challenging situations.
• Must be fluent in English.
• Ability to travel approximately 5‑10% as needed.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Passion for learning and staying current with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Zones offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical coverage, state‑mandated sick leave, and other benefits designed to support well‑being and work‑life balance. Zones is a Minority Business Enterprise and an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Our community is diverse, and we are committed to providing all team members with a supportive work environment and opportunities for growth.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

Zones participates in E‑Verify.