NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company · 12 hours ago
Data Center Engineer/Field Services - Richardson, TX
Richardson, TX
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expNextGen, a Kelly Telecom Company, is seeking a Data Center Optical Engineer to join their team in Richardson, TX. This role is essential for maintaining the performance and reliability of hyperscale data center infrastructure, focusing on optical transport and IP networking.
ConsultingHuman ResourcesStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Providing break-fix support for optical and network equipment
Performing remote hands services following MOPs and technical documentation
Installing, routing, labeling, terminating, and testing fiber and Ethernet cabling
Conducting optical testing and circuit turn-ups
Racking, stacking, and maintaining data center hardware
Supporting decommissioning and secure disposal of outdated equipment
Performing hardware replacements for network and IT equipment
Managing power systems including redundant feeds and ATS
Performing site audits and documenting results
Overseeing third-party vendors and ensuring adherence to standards
Maintaining accurate documentation and compliance with safety protocols
Qualification
Required
3–5 years of experience in data center operations or a similar technical environment
Hands-on experience with break-fix, remote hands, and hardware replacement
Strong knowledge of optical and IP transport networks
Experience with fiber and Ethernet cabling (CAT5/6, single-mode, multi-mode, structured cabling, RJ45, LC)
Ability to interpret and follow Methods of Procedure (MOPs) and engineering documentation
Experience with optical testing tools (OTDR, optical power meters, stabilized light sources, VFL)
Knowledge of AC and DC power systems, including redundancy and ATS
Ability to work shift schedules including nights and weekends
Preferred
Team lead or senior technician experience
Experience in hyperscale or large enterprise data centers
Experience testing 10G / 100G circuits using BERT, RFC2544, EtherSAM (Y.1564), and iPerf
Familiarity with network routers, switches, and server hardware
Experience managing or overseeing on-site third-party vendors
Strong customer-facing and communication skills
Familiarity with hyperscale systems, tools, and ticketing platforms
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Vacation Time
Stock Options
Company
NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company
As part of KELLY’s SETT (Science, Engineering, Technology, and Telecom) Business Unit, we are committed to providing state-of-the-art digital infrastructure and telecom engineering solutions for legacy, 5G, and private networks.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Steven Edwards
Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
Rashid Iqbal
Executive Vice President & Chief Growth Officer
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