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Nam Info Inc

Data Center Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

Data Center Engineer Location: Austin TX Duration: 6 Months Job Summary: 100% Onsite- ****Local candidates preferred who are open to SHIFT ROTATIONS**** * Rack, Build, cable, configure, and provision ...

KBR

Data Center Engineer

Lanham, MD

$129K - $194K/yr

Title: Data Center Engineer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the ...

KBR, Inc.

Data Center Engineer

Lanham, MD · On-site

$129K - $194K/yr

Title: Data Center Engineer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the ...

JCS Solutions LLC

Data Center Engineer

MD · On-site

$110K - $122K/yr

Job Summary JCS Solutions is seeking a Data Center Engineer to support mission-critical enterprise infrastructure operations at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. The successful candidate will be ...

JCS Solutions LLC

Data Center Engineer

Andrews, MD · On-site

$110K - $122K/yr

Job Summary JCS Solutions is seeking a Data Center Engineer to support mission-critical enterprise infrastructure operations at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. The successful candidate will be ...

Astreya

Data Center Engineer III

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$72K - $115K/yr

The Data Center Engineer III will be heavily involved in the design of the datacenter collocations ... Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise * Demonstrates good ...

Astreya

Data Center Engineer III

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$72K - $115K/yr

The Data Center Engineer III will be heavily involved in the design of the datacenter collocations ... Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise * Demonstrates good ...

Adyen

Data Center Engineer II

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Data Center Engineer We're looking for an experienced and independent Data Center Engineer to join our team in Amsterdam and support Adyen's growing datacenter footprint around the globe. In this ...

Adyen

Data Center Engineer II

San Francisco, CA

Data Center Engineer We're looking for an experienced and independent Data Center Engineer to join our team in Amsterdam and support Adyen's growing datacenter footprint around the globe. In this ...

OpenText

Data Center Engineer

Brook Park, OH · On-site

Your Impact Seeking High-level technical Data Center Engineer is responsible for maintaining reliability, and technical integration of complex electrical infrastructure and HVAC systems that support ...

Open Text Inc.

Data Center Engineer

Brook Park, OH

Your Impact Seeking High-level technical Data Center Engineer is responsible for maintaining reliability, and technical integration of complex electrical infrastructure and HVAC systems that support ...

Supermicro

Data Center Engineer

Kansas City, MO · On-site

They are seeking a Data Center Engineer responsible for fieldwork at customer sites to resolve and repair server systems while ensuring customer satisfaction through service excellence and technical ...

System One

Senior VMware & Data Center Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$58.75 - $73.50/hr

Senior VMware & Data Center Engineer Location: Washington, DC Type: Direct Hire Contractor Work Model: Onsite Hours: 40.0 hours per week Security Clearance: TS/SCI Responsibilities * Design and ...

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How much do senior data center engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior data center engineer in the United States is $126,328.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $106,000.00 and $144,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a senior data center engineer do?

A Senior Data Center Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the critical infrastructure that supports a data center, including servers, networking equipment, power, and cooling systems. They oversee the performance, security, and reliability of data center operations, often managing large-scale hardware deployments and troubleshooting complex technical issues. Additionally, they may lead teams, develop best practices, and ensure compliance with industry standards to optimize data center efficiency and uptime.

What is the difference between Senior Data Center Engineer vs Data Center Technician?

AspectSenior Data Center EngineerData Center Technician
CertificationsCCNA, CCNP, Data Center certificationsCompTIA A+, Data Center certifications
Work EnvironmentDesign, planning, troubleshooting complex systemsHardware installation, maintenance, basic troubleshooting
ResponsibilitiesSystem architecture, network design, performance optimizationEquipment setup, cable management, routine repairs

The Senior Data Center Engineer typically handles advanced design, planning, and troubleshooting of data center infrastructure, requiring higher certifications and experience. In contrast, Data Center Technicians focus on hardware installation and maintenance tasks. While both roles work within data centers and may share certifications, the engineer's role is more strategic and technical, whereas technicians perform operational support.

What are some common challenges faced by senior data center engineers, and how can they be addressed?

Senior Data Center Engineers often encounter challenges such as maintaining high system uptime, managing rapid technology changes, and ensuring robust security protocols. Addressing these involves proactive monitoring, regular system updates, and collaborating closely with IT security teams to implement best practices. Additionally, effective communication with project managers and other engineers is key to quickly resolving issues and supporting business continuity. Continuous learning and adaptability are essential for staying ahead of emerging technologies and evolving data center standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior data center engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Data Center Engineer, you need deep expertise in networking, server hardware, data center infrastructure, and typically a bachelor's degree in IT or a related field. Familiarity with virtualization platforms (like VMware), data center management tools, and certifications such as Cisco CCNP or CompTIA Server+ are commonly required. Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills help you excel in managing complex environments and collaborating with cross-functional teams. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring high availability, efficiency, and reliability in mission-critical data center operations.
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Infographic showing various Senior Data Center Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,328 per year, or $60.7 per hour.

Senior Data Center Migration Architect

Procom Consultants Group

Dearborn, MI

$61.75 - $82.75/hr

Contractor

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Procom is a leading provider of professional IT services and staffing to businesses and governments in Canada.
With revenues over $500 million, the Branham Group has recognized Procom as the 3rd largest professional services firm in Canada and is now the largest "Canadian-Owned" IT staffing/consulting company.
Procom's areas of staffing expertise include:
Application Development
Project Management
Quality Assurance
Business/Systems Analysis
Datawarehouse & Business Intelligence
Infrastructure & Network Services
Risk Management & Compliance
Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
Security & Privacy
Specialties Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation)
Permanent Placement (Staff Augmentation)
ICAP (Contractor Payroll)
Flextrack (Vendor Management System)

Job Description

Senior Data Center Migration Architect

On behalf of our client, Procom Services is searching for a Senior Data Center Migration Architect for a contract opportunity in Dearborn, MI.

Senior Data Center Migration Architect Job Details

  • Design the application services data center architecture for a major application migration project for a large manufacturing company to plan the transfer of applications from a legacy data center into a cutting edge technology data center.
  •  Provide architecture strategy for a hybrid cloud environment.
  • Provide front line representation of the project to C-level executives.
  • Analyze application portfolio to create application migration groups.
  • Direct onshore and offshore teams to perform analysis, remediation, and application migration activities.
  • Design the migration factory. Individual selected will be able to clearly demonstrate their acquired knowledge of data center architecture, data center operations and data center transformations to an expert level.

Senior Data Center Migration Architect Mandatory Skills

  • Experience developing data center migration strategy and key components of a data center migration
  • Experience designing and leading the transformation of large scale data center is required
  • Experienced working with C-level executives on project status, project vision, strategic direction and industry best practices
  • Experience with Pivotal and VMware solutions
  • Experience managing 10+ member teams, define KPIs for the project activities, and measure the teams progress against defined KPIs
  • Understanding of how to develop a service framework
  • Ability to provide expert strategic advice for cloud application development, cloud application deployment, designing a private cloud infrastructure, private versus public cloud options, virtualization, containerization, and DevOps
  • Ability to discover application characteristics of mainframe, midrange, and Wintel applications that will help define migration groups
  • Experience assessing applications and application architecture
  • Prepare a technical and architecture plan

Senior Data Center Migration Architect Start Date

ASAP

Senior Data Center Migration Architect Assignment Length

12+ months

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Please send your resume in Word format only. 

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