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Sprout

DataCenter Technician

San Francisco, CA · On-site

The Datacenter Server Engineer is a hands-on technical role responsible for building, configuring, troubleshooting, and repairing servers within datacenter and ITAD environments. This position ...

OpenText

Sr. Data Center Engineer

Pleasanton, CA · On-site

We are seeking a versatile and detail-oriented Datacenter Engineer to support the installation, lifecycle, monitoring and triage of a diverse, multi-vendor hardware laboratory and is an onsite ...

Nvidia

Product Engineer - Datacenter

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

We are now looking for a Datacenter Product Engineer! NVIDIA Corporation is a world leader in visual computing technology. The GPU, which the company invented, serves as the visual cortex of modern ...

Zipline

Sr. SWE Datacenter Automation

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$122K - $160K/yr

About You and The Role You will be a Senior Software Engineer on Zipline's Infrastructure team ... Own end‑to‑end lifecycle for datacenter compute and storage: bare‑metal provisioning ...

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How much do datacenter engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for datacenter engineer in California is $145,530.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,900.00 and $193,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a datacenter engineer?

Datacenter Engineers are IT professionals who design, implement, maintain, and troubleshoot the physical and virtual infrastructure of data centers. Their responsibilities include managing servers, networking equipment, storage systems, and ensuring optimal power and cooling efficiency. They also monitor system performance, address hardware failures, and coordinate with other IT teams to support business operations. Datacenter Engineers play a crucial role in maintaining uptime, security, and scalability of the organization's critical IT assets.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a datacenter engineer?

To thrive as a Datacenter Engineer, you need a strong understanding of server hardware, networking, power/cooling systems, and typically a degree in IT, computer science, or related field. Familiarity with data center infrastructure management (DCIM) tools, virtualization platforms like VMware, and relevant certifications such as CompTIA Server+ or Cisco CCNA are highly valued. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this role. These abilities ensure the reliability, efficiency, and security of data center operations, which are critical for organizational uptime and service delivery.

What are some typical challenges datacenter engineers face when maintaining uptime and reliability?

Datacenter Engineers often encounter challenges such as managing unexpected hardware failures, coordinating timely maintenance without disrupting service, and ensuring robust network connectivity. They must also stay vigilant against security threats and environmental risks like power outages or overheating. Proactively monitoring systems, collaborating closely with IT and facilities teams, and following standardized protocols help address these challenges and ensure the datacenter remains operational and secure.

What is the difference between Datacenter Engineer vs Network Engineer?

AspectDatacenter EngineerNetwork Engineer
CertificationsCompTIA Server+, Cisco CCNA, VMwareCisco CCNA, CompTIA Network+
Work EnvironmentData centers, server rooms, hardware-focusedNetwork infrastructure, routing, switching
Primary ResponsibilitiesManaging servers, hardware, power, coolingDesigning, implementing, maintaining networks
Industry UsageIT, cloud providers, large enterprisesTelecommunications, IT, enterprise networks

While both roles work within IT infrastructure, Datacenter Engineers focus on physical hardware, servers, and data center operations, whereas Network Engineers specialize in network design, configuration, and troubleshooting. Understanding these differences helps organizations assign the right skills to each role.

Datacenter Engineer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Datacenter Engineer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $145,530 per year, or $70 per hour.

DataCenter Technician

Sprout

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Build fully functional servers using spare and salvaged parts, sourcing and matching compatible components

  • Diagnose and resolve server hardware and firmware faults through systematic troubleshooting and component replacement

  • Perform secure data erasure, maintain asset records, and manage units from intake through validated completion

Job description

Overview

Sprout is a global IT hardware retirement provider for hyperscaler and enterprise clients. We leverage a nationwide footprint (and international partner network) combined with proprietary software to enable efficient end-to-end IT asset disposition with a focus on data-bearing devices from the client to the cloud. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, NC with additional operations near Sacramento, Dallas, and Boston. Sprout provides software and services to clients in the form of our IT Asset Disposition, Certified Destruction, and Responsible Recycling solutions.

Since our founding as an electronic waste startup from a Duke University dorm room in 2014, we have been expanding at an average rate of >50% each year. By adhering to our 3 values (One Sprout, Deliver Excellence, and Integrity Matters), we are proud of our culture to move at #SproutSpeed seeking to become the emerging leader in our industry.

The Datacenter Server Engineer is a hands-on technical role responsible for building, configuring, troubleshooting, and repairing servers within datacenter and ITAD environments. This position requires deep server hardware expertise, including the ability to build fully functional systems from spare parts, diagnose and resolve break/fix issues, and deliver work to a high standard with minimal supervision. The Datacenter Server Engineer plays a critical role in Sprout's datacenter services, ensuring hardware is restored, validated, and processed accurately and efficiently.

This is a contract opportunity.


Responsibilities

Server Build & Configuration

• Build fully functional servers using spare and salvaged parts, sourcing and matching compatible components

• Assemble, rack, cable, and configure server hardware to defined specifications

• Perform secure erasure of hard disks to prepare for re-deployment

• Install and configure operating systems, firmware, BIOS/UEFI settings, and drivers as required

• Validate and stress-test completed builds to confirm full functionality before deployment or processing

Break/Fix & Troubleshooting

• Understand and execute break/fix steps to diagnose and resolve server hardware and firmware faults

• Systematically troubleshoot component-level failures across CPUs, memory, storage, power, and networking

• Identify, replace, and re-test failed components to return systems to working order

• Document diagnostic steps, root causes, and resolutions for each unit

Data Destruction & ITAD Processing

• Perform secure data erasure and destruction in line with Sprout standards and customer requirements

• Maintain accurate asset records and chain-of-custody throughout the build and processing workflow

Independent Execution & Quality

• Work unsupervised and manage own workload while consistently delivering to a high standard

• Take ownership of assigned units from intake through validated completion

• Uphold safety, quality, and security protocols in all datacenter and workshop activities


Qualifications

• Strong hands-on server hardware knowledge across major OEM platforms (e.g., Dell, HP, Supermicro, Lenovo)

• Ability to build servers from spare parts and identify compatible components

• Solid understanding of break/fix methodology and component-level troubleshooting

• Familiarity with BIOS/UEFI, RAID, firmware, and OS installation

• Knowledge of Blancco or other data erasure software is a plus

• Ability to work independently and unsupervised to a consistently high standard

• Strong attention to detail, documentation, and organizational skills

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience

• Several years of datacenter and server build experience

• Demonstrated experience with server break/fix, troubleshooting, and hardware repair

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Server+, A+, or OEM hardware certifications) preferred

• Ability to lift and handle server hardware and perform the physical demands of datacenter work

• On-site datacenter, warehouse, and workshop environments

• Will include travel to customer datacenter locations

• Physical work involving lifting, racking, and handling of server hardware

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, ancestry, nationality, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law (except where an attribute is a bona fide occupational qualification).

Qualifications:

• Strong hands-on server hardware knowledge across major OEM platforms (e.g., Dell, HP, Supermicro, Lenovo)

• Ability to build servers from spare parts and identify compatible components

• Solid understanding of break/fix methodology and component-level troubleshooting

• Familiarity with BIOS/UEFI, RAID, firmware, and OS installation

• Knowledge of Blancco or other data erasure software is a plus

• Ability to work independently and unsupervised to a consistently high standard

• Strong attention to detail, documentation, and organizational skills

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience

• Several years of datacenter and server build experience

• Demonstrated experience with server break/fix, troubleshooting, and hardware repair

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Server+, A+, or OEM hardware certifications) preferred

• Ability to lift and handle server hardware and perform the physical demands of datacenter work

• On-site datacenter, warehouse, and workshop environments

• Will include travel to customer datacenter locations

• Physical work involving lifting, racking, and handling of server hardware

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, ancestry, nationality, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law (except where an attribute is a bona fide occupational qualification).

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