Qualcomm · 3 days ago
Data Center Engineer, Senior
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$41.19/hr - $61.79/hr
3+ years expQualcomm Incorporated is seeking a motivated Senior Data Center Engineer to join their Global Data Center Operations team. The role involves managing existing and new Qualcomm data centers, ensuring uptime, performance, and capacity while collaborating with teams for site management and growth planning.
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Responsibilities
Rack and install servers, storage, networking gear, data center gear, and serial consoles
Perform initial configuration and provisioning for deployment (Console/ILO)
Conduct site management and planning for production deployments and growth
Troubleshoot hardware issues and provide detailed reports to management/administrators
Manage local vendors for procurement, installations, and remediation
Oversee RMA/EOL/disposal processes
Maintain accurate inventory of all hardware equipment
Assist with co-location capacity planning and rack/server layouts
Implement best practices for power, cooling, and cabling in data center environments
Track issues and tasks via ticketing system
Participate in 24x7x365 on-call support rotation
Work in structured cabling central patch environments
Apply 10/40/100g patching knowledge
Perform basic fiber troubleshooting and VFL testing
Clean fiber end-faces properly
Utilize Commscope iMvision Database (preferred)
Add copper cabling, punch down, and run cables
Read and interpret cabling scopes of work
Manage cable integrators and audit work against SOW
Apply quality assurance fundamentals
Understand fiber MPO and TX/RX principles
Troubleshoot fiber and copper connectivity
Perform basic testing of fiber and copper
Travel as needed
Serve as escalation point from service desk for advanced system/application issues
Troubleshoot and debug network, system, and application issues; escalate as needed
Network with colleagues to gain insight and share ideas
Prioritize tasks and manage setbacks under guidance from senior personnel
Adapt to changes and meet deadlines under pressure
Value contributions from diverse backgrounds and cultures
Communicate project status and obstacles to project lead
Complete moderate technical tasks assigned by senior personnel
Maintain open communication within and outside project teams
Contribute to technical discussions with tech leads and managers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a technical field (e.g., Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems) OR
Bachelor's degree in a non-technical field (e.g., Business, Humanities, Marketing) and 1+ years IT-relevant experience OR
High School diploma or equivalent and 3+ years IT-relevant experience
3+ years of IT-related work experience with a Bachelor's degree
5+ years of IT-related work experience without a Bachelor's degree
Transport and install equipment up to 50 lbs
Perform tasks at various heights (standing/sitting)
Use computers and test equipment for more than 6 hours/day
Continuous communication with colleagues, customers, and vendors (in-person and remote)
Analytical Skills: Identify patterns and trends in moderately complex data
Documentation: Record solutions using standard procedures
Escalation Management: Understand and apply incident escalation protocols
IT Expertise: Basic knowledge of operating systems, enterprise software, hardware, and middleware
IT Support: Respond to end-user requests using IT support tools
Monitoring: Interpret log data to maintain performance and security
Technical Troubleshooting: Apply systematic approaches to resolve technical issues
Workstation Software: Proficient in Windows, OSX, and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Preferred
Utilize Commscope iMvision Database (preferred)
Benefits
Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity for annual RSU grants
Highly competitive benefits package
Company
Qualcomm
Qualcomm designs wireless technologies and semiconductors that power connectivity, communication, and smart devices.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$3.5M1991-12-20IPO
1988-01-01Undisclosed· $3.5M
Leadership Team
Cristiano Amon
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Isaac Eteminan
CEO
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