Senior Data Center Technician (Engineer, Data Center Operations)
Based in Las Vegas, Nevada or California
On-site, Plus Travel to Multiple Data Centers
At Magnite, we cultivate an environment of continuous growth and collaboration. Our work impacts what millions of people read, watch, and buy, and we’re looking for people to help us tackle that responsibility with creativity and focus. Magnite (NASDAQ: MGNI) is the world’s largest independent sell-side advertising platform. Publishers use our technology to monetize their content across all screens and formats including CTV / streaming, online video, display, and audio. Our tech fuels billions of transactions per day!
About this team:
The Senior Data Center Technician will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and efficiency of data center infrastructure, including servers, networking equipment, and storage systems.
In this role you will:
Perform routine maintenance and inspections of data center hardware, including servers, storage devices, networking equipment and cabling
Troubleshoot and diagnose hardware issues, coordinating with vendors for repairs or replacements as needed
Deploy, install, configure, and maintain server and network hardware
Monitor server performance and take proactive measures to prevent downtime
Implement and enforce security protocols to safeguard data center assets and prevent unauthorized access
Maintain and document detailed records of equipment inventory, maintenance activities, and system configurations
Follow disaster recovery plans to minimize data center downtime
Respond to critical issues as required to minimize any business-impacting outages in and out of normal business hours
We’re looking for someone with:
5+ Years of experience in Data Center Operations and Engineering
Technical certifications or a related degree preferred
Prior experience with large-scale (20+ cabinet) deployments and/or data center builds
Familiarity with logistics and transport procedures is a plus.
Proficiency in data center hardware, networking and server technologies
Strong understanding of cabling standards, patch panel design, and network physical topologies/connectivity
Strong familiarity with Linux operating systems and server virtualization technologies
Competence in data center management tools and software
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Ability to interact with various Engineering teams
Ability to work effectively in a 24/7 operational environment
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Ability to climb and work on a ladder or lift
Ability to travel within the US and Internationally when needed
Perks and Benefits:
Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage from Day One
Generous Time Off
Holiday Breaks and Quarterly Wellness Days
Equity and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Family-Focused Benefits and Parental Leave
401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
Disability and Life Insurance
Cell Phone Subsidy
Fitness and Wellness Reimbursement
Company Culture:
Community Service and Volunteer Events
Company-Matched Charitable Contributions
Wellness Coach and Mental Health Support
Career Development Initiatives and a Career Growth Framework
Culture and Inclusion Programs
Bonusly Peer-to-Peer Recognition Program
About Us
The world's leading agencies and brands trust our platform to access brand-safe, high-quality ad inventory and execute billions of advertising transactions each month. Anchored in bustling New York City, sunny Los Angeles, mile-high Denver, historic London, and down under in Sydney, Magnite has offices across North America, EMEA, LATAM, and APAC.
The base salary range for this position is: $102,000 - $110,000 in addition to an annual variable bonus based on performance and company equity (NASDAQ: MGNI).
For Los Angeles-based applicants:
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
The material job duties of this specific job position for which Magnite reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship include:
Having access to the Company’s Confidential Information or trade secrets including data related to customers, clients, vendors, business partners, or suppliers
Work with cross teams to access datasets, databases, formulas, algorithms, tools, products, prototypes, systems applications, and technologies in any stage of development
Magnite is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Our Commitment: We aim to incorporate a wide range of voices into our Magnite culture, cultivating an environment where employees feel welcomed, cared for, and encouraged to freely share ideas. We are committed to employee growth, collaboration, inclusion, and innovation. We invest in Magnite’s local communities. We seek talent from all backgrounds to champion corporate values of seeing the big picture and being catalysts of change.
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