Senior Data Center Engineer

Senior Data Center Engineer

Location: Secaucus, NJ (3-4 days per week onsite)
Company: IEX Group

About IEX:

At IEX, we’re passionate about building technology that moves industries forward. Our story began when we built a stock exchange designed to deliver high-performance results for all investors. Our belief is that technology should level the playing field so that opportunity is equitable. We are applying what we learned from building a high-performance stock exchange to build technology that solves for complexity and accelerates growth in other areas. We aspire to build a trusted, disciplined, and diversified business. Our goal is to build transformative technology without ever compromising our integrity - and we’re just getting started!

Role Overview:

As a Senior Data Center Engineer at IEX, you will be responsible for maintaining and supporting critical data center operations. This hands-on role involves installing, configuring, and troubleshooting hardware and networking equipment, collaborating with the technology team, and ensuring smooth operations across multiple data center locations. You’ll work in a dynamic environment where adaptability and problem-solving skills are key to success.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of servers, storage devices, and network equipment.
• Perform basic troubleshooting for hardware and network issues and collaborate with senior technical team members to resolve complex problems.
• Monitor and manage data center infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and uptime.
• Assist with routine data center operations, including installing NIC cards, modifying cabling, and replacing memory and hard drives.
• Assist in cabling, racking, and decommissioning of IT equipment.
• Maintain accurate documentation of data center assets, cabling diagrams, and system configurations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry best practices for security, energy efficiency, and safety.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support IT projects, migrations, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Respond to technical incidents and support requests in a timely manner.
• Participate in on-call rotation and support after-hours maintenance activities when required.

Your Background:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Knowledge of data center infrastructure, networking, and IT hardware.
• Familiarity with operating systems (Windows/Linux) and virtualization technologies.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work in a team to resolve complex technical issues.
• Good understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, firewalls).

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working in physically demanding environments.

Personal Attributes:

• Self-starter with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and a willingness to learn.
• Trustworthy, with discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Collaborative, with the ability to work effectively within diverse teams.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes and procedures.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred:

• Availability to work nights, weekends, and on short notice.
• Occasional travel to data centers in Chicago, NJ, and potentially other locations.
• Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, CCNA, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals.
• Experience with monitoring tools, ticketing systems, and IT service management (ITSM) processes.
• Understanding of cloud computing (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and hybrid environments.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The starting annual base pay is between $90,000 to $225,000 for this NY-based position. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The annual base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role is eligible for bonus and equity.

Here at IEX, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and culture. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. This policy not only complies with all applicable laws and protects workers' rights but is vital to IEX’s overall mission and values.