IT Infrastructure Engineer Contractor

4 Months ago • 3 Years + • Administrative • $55,000 PA - $75,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

This contract position for an IT Infrastructure Engineer involves designing, building, and maintaining optimal data center and server room infrastructure. Responsibilities include leading new projects and upgrades, monitoring operations, implementing best practices, managing assets, defining architectural standards, designing high-performance systems, analyzing server and storage specifications, establishing management processes, conducting technical evaluations, partnering with other IT teams, participating in company infrastructure projects, monitoring resource utilization, and staying current with industry trends. The role requires a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) and at least 3 years of relevant experience.
Must have:
  • Data center and server administration
  • HPE, Cisco, Dell, Lenovo, NetApp experience
  • AWS, Azure, GCP knowledge
  • Linux, Windows Server expertise
  • Virtualization/VMware experience
  • Networking protocols understanding
  • Problem-solving and solution development
Perks:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Employee Assistance Program

Job Details

Please Note:

To provide the best candidate experience amidst our high application volumes, each candidate is limited to 10 applications across all open jobs within a 6-month period. 

Advancing the World’s Technology Together
Our technology solutions power the tools you use every day--including smartphones, electric vehicles, hyperscale data centers, IoT devices, and so much more. Here, you’ll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and powering the future. 

We believe innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We’re dedicated to empowering people to be their true selves. Together, we’re building a better tomorrow for our employees, customers, partners, and communities.

Job Title: IT Infrastructure Engineer

What You’ll Do

We are seeking a highly qualified candidate to join our Information Technology Group, responsible for designing and operating our IT infrastructure. As the IT Infrastructure Engineer, you will design and implement information systems to support our datacenter, server, and storage operations. This role involves defining next-generation architectures, conducting technology research, analyzing market trends, and ensuring seamless integration of datacenter and server solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and maintain optimal datacenter and server room infrastructure.
  • Lead new datacenter and server room design projects and upgrades.
  • Monitor operations and environmental controls to ensure uninterrupted services.
  • Implement best practices for datacenter management to investigate and resolve performance issues.
  • Identify and manage assets and overall operational status related to datacenters and networks.
  • Define and document architectural standards, patterns, and best practices for datacenter solutions.
  • Design, build, and operate high-performance server and storage systems.
  • Analyze and recommend server and storage specifications based on lab requirements.
  • Establish management processes to optimize server and storage operations.
  • Conduct technical evaluations and proofs-of-concept for server and storage products from external vendors.
  • Partner with teams in network, security, and operations to integrate solutions seamlessly within the IT ecosystem.
  • Participate in company infrastructure projects as a systems specialist and solution provider.
  • Monitor IT resource utilization and develop optimization plans.
  • Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in server, storage, and datacenter domains.

Location: Hybrid, working onsite at our San Jose headquarter 3 days per week with the flexibility to work remotely the remainder of your time 

What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in datacenter, server, and storage administration.
  • Broad expertise in infrastructure systems, including HPE, Cisco, Dell, Lenovo, NetApp, AWS, Azure, GCP, Linux, Microsoft Windows Server, Virtualization/VMware, server clustering, MS Active Directory, enterprise backup solutions, and networking protocols.
  • Experience in designing and promoting new datacenter construction projects.
  • Proficiency in high-speed networking topologies and testing commonly used in datacenter environments.
  • Understanding of Linux system (e.g., OS, NFS, DNS, LDAP).
  • Advanced problem-solving skills with the ability to develop and propose solutions for complex challenges.

W-2 contract through Eastridge MSP program.

What We Offer
The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Individual pay rates depend on a number of factors—including the role’s function and location, as well as the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, education, and training. 

For contract positions, Samsung Semiconductor partners with with Eastridge Workforce Solutions, an Employee Owned Company.  As an employee of Eastridge, you'll have an opportunity to participate in the following benefits:

Medical With four plans to choose from, including PPO, High Deductible, and two Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) reimbursement plans designed to meet the individual ACA requirement, choose what's right for you.
Dental + Vision Through Anthem, we offer plans for dental and vision for you and your loved ones.
Employee Assistance Program With resources for so many of the moments life can bring our way, ask us how our EAP can support you.

Base Pay Range

$55 - $75 USD

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy 

Samsung Semiconductor takes pride in being an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to fostering an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered to excel, regardless of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, or veteran status.

When selecting team members, we prioritize talent and qualities such as humility, kindness, and dedication. We extend comprehensive accommodations throughout our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, neurodivergent individuals, or those requiring pregnancy-related support. All candidates scheduled for an interview will receive guidance on requesting accommodations.

Recruiting Agency Policy

We do not accept unsolicited resumes. Only authorized recruitment agencies that have a current and valid agreement with Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. are permitted to submit resumes for any job openings.

Covid-19 Policy

To help keep our employees, customers, and communities safe, we've developed guidelines for our team. Currently, we encourage vaccination for all employees and may require it depending on job functions (e.g., traveling for business, meeting with customers). While visiting our offices or attending team events, we ask employees to complete a daily health questionnaire and complete a weekly COVID test. Our COVID policies are subject to change depending on public health, regulatory, and business circumstances. 

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