Data Center Engineer

Data Center Engineer | Trading InfrastructureLocation: Chicago, ILAbout the opportunityI'm partnered with a technology-driven trading firm that operates some of the most sophisticated low-latency and high-performance computing infrastructure in the industry. They are looking for a Data Center Engineer to join a global infrastructure team responsible for the physical Data Center environments that power their trading operations.This is a hands-on, project-oriented role with real ownership from start to finish. You'll work with cutting-edge server, network, and storage technology, and play a central part in keeping mission-critical infrastructure running at its best.What you'll doMaintain data center infrastructure including power, cooling, hardware, and cabling to ensure maximum availabilityPlan and execute new hardware installations, covering physical placement, power and cooling requirements, and structured cablingRack, cable, and configure data center hardware including servers, network equipment, and storage devicesPerform hardware troubleshooting and break-fix across data center infrastructureHandle initial configuration of network devices and Linux servers via CLI and zero-touch provisioningManage colocation provider and vendor relationships, and oversee onsite contractorsMaintain accurate inventory, documentation, and capacity planning across space, power, cooling, and cablingOccasional travel to other data center sites may be requiredWhat you'll bring3+ years of data center experiencePrior experience in a low latency trading environment (or similar)Strong understanding of data center infrastructure including electrical, power, cooling, liquid cooling, and safetyKnowledge of cabling standards and media types, with an exceptionally high standard for cable managementExperience with hardware repair across servers, network devices, and storageHands-on experience configuring Cisco and Arista devices via CLIComfort working at the Linux command line for basic troubleshooting and script executionAbility to understand basic network designs and topologiesProgramming experience such as Python is a plusMust be able to meet physical requirements including working at height and lifting up to 50 lbsHow to applyHit apply or reach out to me directly!Please note this role is open to US citizens and permanent residents only. Unfortunately visa sponsorship is not available at this time.