Server Operations Engineer (Linux/Networks) - Consultancy
Hamilton Barnes · hamilton-barnes.com
Santa Clara County
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The job in short
Linux and network operations engineering at consultancy.
LinuxNetworkingCompliance
Details
- Found
- 9 d ago · posted 2026-10-17
- Location as listed
- Santa Clara County, California, United States
- Role
- Systems / Network Administrator
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Are you looking for a new opportunity?
Join a leading global IT solutions provider trusted by some of the world’s most recognized and innovative organizations. Founded over 2 decades ago, the business has expanded across multiple countries with a team of more than 2,000 IT professionals. Focused on helping clients improve decision-making, drive operational efficiency, and gain a competitive edge, the organization combines world-class talent, clear vision, and innovative technology to deliver impactful solutions.
The successful candidate will join a globally recognised hyperscale organisation operating large-scale, mission critical data centre environments that support millions of users worldwide. Working at the heart of high-performance cloud infrastructure, they will gain exposure to highly automated, cutting-edge technologies while contributing to the delivery of resilient, large-scale systems in a fast-paced engineering environment with excellent long-term career development opportunities.
Ready to take your expertise to the next level? Get in touch today!
Key Responsibilities
Server Provisioning & Deployment
• Coordinate and track server and rack provisioning activities, including OS deployment and configuration.
• Execute large-scale server onboarding and service provisioning in remote environments.
• Perform remote configuration and infrastructure changes as required.
Monitoring & Troubleshooting
• Conduct daily monitoring of server infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot hardware alerts, OS-level issues, and basic network problems.
• Coordinate repair activities and work closely with vendors and field technicians.
• Diagnose hardware failures and manage part replacements and RMAs.
• Escalate complex or unresolved issues to senior Server Operations Engineers.
Lifecycle & Asset Management
• Manage full server lifecycle processes, including commissioning, upgrades, configuration changes, decommissioning, and recycling coordination.
• Maintain accurate records in asset management, ticketing, and configuration systems.
• Collect and verify asset data to ensure compliance and reporting accuracy.
• Submit and track media destruction requests and ensure documentation compliance.
Networking & Systems Support
• Perform basic server networking configuration and troubleshooting (MAC, Subnet, TCP/IP).
• Utilise out-of-band management tools for remote diagnostics and recovery.
• Execute basic Shell/Bash scripts as part of operational tasks.
Operational Excellence
• Participate in an on-call rotation supporting critical infrastructure.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of operational procedures and documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within server operations.
Required Qualifications & Skills
• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience working with Linux systems and diagnosing hardware issues via remote management tools.
• Strong understanding of server operations, infrastructure interdependencies, and lifecycle management.
• Working knowledge of out-of-band management tools (e.g., IPMI, NCSI).
• Solid analytical and troubleshooting skills across hardware, OS, and basic network layers.
• Foundational networking knowledge (MAC addressing, Subnets, TCP/IP).
• Ability to read, understand, and execute basic Shell/Bash scripts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in mission-critical environments.
• Proactive, accountable, and detail-oriented approach.
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within global teams.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with large-scale or remote OS deployments (e.g., PXE boot environments).
• Familiarity with asset tracking and inventory management systems.
• Exposure to time and project management frameworks.
• Scripting or automation knowledge (Python, Bash, or similar).
Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Competitive employer-sponsored benefits programs.
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage.
• Critical Illness Insurance.
• Critical Hospital Insurance.
• Voluntary Accident Insurance.
• Paid Time Off (accrued and prorated; up to 120 hours annually).
• Paid Company Holidays.
• All statutory leaves and additional paid time off in accordance with state and federal law.
Salary:
• $120,000
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