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The Infrastructure / Data Center Operations Engineer is responsible for the reliability, operation, and continuous improvement of critical data center and virtualization infrastructure. This is a hands-on role spanning VMware platforms, physical data center operations, monitoring, technical documentation, basic Linux administration, and network infrastructure.
The ideal candidate is comfortable operating in a high-availability environment where disciplined change management, accurate documentation, physical-layer execution, and rapid troubleshooting are essential. This role is based in the Greater Boston area and participates in an on-call rotation to support business-critical infrastructure.
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• VMware Expertise: VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or equivalent demonstrated expertise, with 5+ years of relevant experience operating VMware-based infrastructure.
• High-Availability Operations: Experience supporting infrastructure in a 99.999% uptime environment with strong operational discipline and attention to risk.
• Data Center Experience: Hands-on Layer 1 experience with rack-and-stack, cable management, server hardware, component replacement, and physical troubleshooting.
• Documentation: Strong technical-documentation skills using tools and practices such as Microsoft Visio, IP management, rack layouts, and network visualization.
• Monitoring: Experience using infrastructure-monitoring tools to identify, troubleshoot, and respond to operational issues.
• Linux: Working knowledge of Linux sufficient to deploy systems, use common operational tools, and connect to remote environments.
• Networking: Working knowledge of basic networking concepts and hands-on experience with Cisco and/or Dell switch configuration.
• Location & Availability: Located in the Greater Boston area and able to participate in an on-call rotation, including occasional after-hours response as required.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
SimSpace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups only apply to jobs if they meet all of the qualifications. However, no one ever meets 100% of the qualifications. SimSpace encourages you to break that statistic and to apply. We look forward to your application!
We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, in accordance with applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact careers@simspace.com .
SimSpace does not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies.
Actual compensation for the position is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to affordability, skills, qualifications and experience, and may vary from the range.
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