Datacenter Operations Engineer

Datacenter Operations Engineer

Are you passionate about datacenter infrastructure? Do you want to boost your career at a large cloud provider? If so, we are looking for a Datacenter Operations Engineer.

This is a hardware-focused role for our day team in Haarlem, providing colocation, bare metal and cloud services.

Role Overview:

You will be responsible for assembling, delivering and maintaining the Datacenter infrastructure (hardware, software and connectivity) of internal and external customers. You will also be responsible for the quality of all technical aspects within the Datacenter Operations team.

Responsibilities:

• Deploy and maintain servers, private racks, colocation spaces, and other critical infrastructure.
• Perform Windows and Linux server installations, including hardware and software configuration.
• Manage hardware and software updates to ensure optimal performance.
• Handle server recovery, troubleshooting, and testing.
• Oversee hardware and spare parts replacements.
• Resolve technical support tickets and collaborate closely with Level 1 support.
• Maintain detailed documentation based on client and company requirements.
• Support projects related to provisioning new servers or relocating existing ones.
• Coordinate with other datacenter teams within Leaseweb to ensure seamless operations.

Qualifications:

You have a strong IT background, understand datacenter environments, and are flexible to work in shifts.

• Hands-on experience with server hardware (Dell, HP, or Supermicro preferred).
• Knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Experience with server building, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to communicate effectively both internally with different teams and departments as well as with customers.
• A problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach.
• Basic knowledge of networking concepts.
• Driver's License and eligibility to work in the Netherlands.

Benefits:

• Participation in annual company bonus scheme and company pension
• Internet allowance
• Lease bike plan
• 25 days of paid time off (and the option to buy or sell up to 5 more days)
• Free lunch, parking, and fresh fruit provided when in the office
• Access to the Leaseweb Academy, a personalized learning platform offering a variety of studies, (Dutch) courses, and trainings
• Fun events year-round – from virtual pub quizzes to summer parties, company runs, quarterly hackathons and much more
• A multicultural work environment (our colleagues are from over 60 countries!) in a company where you can truly make a difference

Unfortunately, we are not able to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you need to be eligible to work in the Netherlands.

Ready for the next step? If you'd like to apply, please do so online. For questions, please reach out to Danisha Ardilla, Talent Acquisition Specialist, at d.ardilla@sg.leasweb.com