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Key Responsibilities – Perform rack-and-stack, cabling, and physical setup of servers, network devices, and lab infrastructure Configure and deploy server hardware, operating systems, and virtualization platforms Support lab buildouts, testbed deployments, and environment readiness for engineering teams Troubleshoot network and connectivity issues (Layer 1–3) and ensure minimal downtime Monitor and maintain data center infrastructure health and performance Work on network devices for configuration, bring-up, and troubleshooting Manage inventory of hardware, spare parts, and lifecycle processes Provide remote and on-site technical support to internal teams Develop and maintain SOPs, technical documentation, and knowledge base articles Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of projects Train and guide junior engineers on operational procedures and best practices Conduct routine audits, inspections, and compliance checks of lab environments What We Are Looking For: Required Technical Skills Strong understanding of Data Center Operations and Infrastructure Management Hands-on experience with: Server configuration and hardware troubleshooting Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, switching, routing) Layer 1–3 troubleshooting Experience with Cisco networking devices (Nexus, etc.) Knowledge of Virtualization technologies and VM deployment Familiarity with Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu) and Windows environments Experience with hardware assembly, OS installation, and system provisioning Exposure to tools/platforms like: Kubernetes / OpenShift / NSO (preferred exposure level acceptable) Nice to Have Certifications like Cisco (CCNA/CCNP) or equivalent Experience supporting large-scale enterprise lab environments Exposure to Python scripting","company":"Apolis","rawCompany":"apolis","city":"Milpitas","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-05-03T08:05:48.239Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1244.00","title":"Network and Computer Systems Administrators","slug":"network-and-computer-systems-administrators"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1231.00","title":"Computer Network Support Specialists","slug":"computer-network-support-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"518210","title":"Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services","slug":"computing-infrastructure-providers-data-processing-web-hosting-and-related-services"},{"code":"541513","title":"Computer Facilities Management Services","slug":"computer-facilities-management-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Data Center / Lab Infrastructure Engineer","description":"Job Title: Data Center / Lab Infrastructure Engineer Location: Milpitas CA Contract: 12+ Months What You'll Be Doing: Skilled Data Center / Lab Infrastructure Engineer with 2–4 years of hands-on experience in managing large-scale lab environments, network infrastructure, and server deployments. 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