Data Center Technician

Job Description

About the Role We are looking for hands-on Data Center Technicians to support the deployment of next-generation 400G network infrastructure inside Microsoft data centers. You’ll play a key role in building out critical network gateways that power large-scale cloud services. This is a high-impact, fast-paced project where you’ll be working directly with cutting-edge equipment alongside experienced engineers and project teams.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Receive, inspect, and stage network hardware (chassis, line cards, optics, etc.)
• Install and rack large-scale network devices (Cisco/Arista platforms)
• Run, route, label, and secure fiber and copper cabling to strict standards
• Clean and inspect all fiber connections using optical tools
• Perform troubleshooting and link validation to ensure connectivity is fully operational
• Replace or reseat optics, cables, or components as needed
• Follow network diagrams and confirm all cabling aligns with design
• Support pre-cabling efforts before install phases begin
• Operate lifts or scaffolding to complete installs at height
• Maintain clean work areas (unboxing, staging, disposal, etc.)
• Provide daily progress updates to project leadership
• Adhere to all safety, security, and ESD requirements

What to Expect

• Work onsite in a Microsoft data center environment
• Structured deployment schedule across staging, install, cabling, and validation phases
• Hands-on, team-based work with 3–4 technicians per install crew
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge infrastructure and grow your data center skillset

Skills and Requirements

Must Haves

• 2+ years of experience (data center, network deployment, or hardware installation experience ideal)

• Hands-on experience with:

• Rack & stack / hardware installs

• Fiber optic cabling (LC, MPO, etc.)

• Experience with fiber cleaning and inspection tools

• Ability to read and follow basic network diagrams or cabling plans

• Comfortable lifting and installing large equipment with a team

• Ability to troubleshoot connectivity issues and replace faulty components

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including extended shifts and weekends

• Strong focus on safety and attention to detail Plusses

• Experience in hyperscale or cloud data centers (Microsoft, AWS, etc.)

• Familiarity with high-speed networking (100G/400G environments)

• Experience with Cisco 8000 or Arista 7800 series switches

• Background in large-scale network deployments or migrations

• Experience with optical testing tools like VeEX or similar

• Prior involvement in network turn-up or commissioning activities

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].