
Data Centre Linux & HW Engineer, Data Center Operations
Application completed on Amazon
About This Role
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation
of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the
cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage,
networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have
continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging
problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re
looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply
chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles.
You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest
standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at
the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive
culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Data Center Operations designs, installs & maintains the world’s largest Cloud
Computing Infrastructure. We are looking for skilled Data Centre Operation
Technician at Amazon Data Services India Private Limited (“ADSIPL”) with a
passion for technology to help us expand AWS Cloud offerings to the next level.
To keep up with this demand on both disk and network capacity, we continue to
expand our Data Centers in India. Also, our content delivery AWS service,
CloudFront, has expanded its Data Centers presence by over 50% worldwide in the
last 12 months and are expecting to increase by a similar number over the next
12 months. This requires talented people to build & manage. We hope it is you!
Come and work for the world’s most Customer Centric Company. The location for
this job to be discussed, as there may be opportunities in several India
locations.
The Opportunity: Data Centre Operation Technician This role is a unique
opportunity to work in some of the most advance data centers in the world.
ADSIPL’s data centers are large-scale high-density centers where you will be
working on changing the face of Cloud technology in India.
A Data Centre Operations Tech at ADSIPL may be the primary point of contact for
both internal customers (for example: Network Engineers, Systems Engineers,
Software Developers, Database Engineers, Technical Operations) and external
customers (Hardware Vendors, Contractors, Service Providers among others).
There is never a dull moment as each day presents itself with different
challenges. Some of the key responsibilities you will undertake are:
Problem Solving: Maintain a high level of system reliability by prioritizing and
resolving trouble tickets efficiently, these include:
· Escalation point and technical troubleshooter for all Systems and Network
hardware problems
· Deep diving into Linux server issues
· XEN service virtualization troubleshooting
Technical: Troubleshoot technical issues on various platforms ranging from
Systems through Networking to Power/Mechanical
· Remediation of physical layer outages, both Systems & Network
· Remediation or recovery of physical power issues on racks
· Participate in Data Center power & cooling events
Operations: Meet 24x7 On-Call requirements and response during shift rotations.
· Install & configure racks of hosts in line with internal SLAs
· Triage & resolve trouble tickets for all devices in your region
· Data Center point of contact for all High Severity issues
· Physical replacement of server and network device parts
· Ensure correct rotation of parts & spares
· Help define metrics to increase our customer uptime
· Enforcing Security Best Practices at ADSIPL
· Interact with third party vendors & contractors
· Contribute ideas to improve operational efficiency
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Project Management:
· Participate in and deliver on a number of high impact small to mid-scale
projects
· Participate in internal team meetings at ADSIPL for metric analysis and
project status updates
· Help build the world’s largest Cloud infrastructure in India
Mentoring: Share knowledge and help educate less technical staff on the best
practices related to all break fix issues
Hiring: Contribute towards building a great team by getting involved in the
ADSIPL’s hiring process/candidate interviews
About the team
Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred
qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates
to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path,
or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Why AWS?
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted
cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating —
that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies
trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Inclusive Team Culture
AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored
affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what
makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams.
Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and
passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.
Mentorship & Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s
Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and
other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded
professional.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the
expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of
our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home,
there’s nothing we can’t achieve Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in
Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
- 2+ years of computer networking experience
- 2+ years of Linux operating systems experience Preferred Qualifications: -
Experience dealing effectively with customers during problem resolution and
operating efficiently under pressure
- Experience managing work and priorities through a ticketing system
- Experience with cabling infrastructure best practices and methodologies
- Experience working in a data center environment (racking and stacking gear,
cable management, hot/cold aisle containment)
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our
customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or
adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the
interview or onboarding process, please visit
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