Data Center Engineer - Global Hedge Fund - Hong Kong

Our client is a prominent investment firm with a strong focus on talent, risk management, and innovative technology in the global financial markets. They have a dedicated team of professionals who consistently deliver exceptional results to their esteemed investors. The firm offers exciting opportunities for individuals who are passionate about tackling cutting-edge technological challenges and providing forward-thinking solutions.

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking an experienced Data Centre Site Engineer to join our client's team. In this role, you will play a key part in coordinating logistics and ensuring the efficient deployment of their technologies within the region.

Responsibilities:

• Manage relationships with colocation facilities and service providers on behalf of our client.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of server hardware, network hardware, server/network appliances, storage hardware, and smart electrical hardware/PDUs.
• Ensure seamless integration of infrastructure components within colocation facilities, including space management and rack/cabinet layouts.
• Bridge knowledge gaps between various infrastructure disciplines (server, network, and storage) to develop project plans for large-scale colocation deployments.
• Oversee the deployment of colocation cross-connects and exchange cross-connects on behalf of our client.
• Adhere to stringent electrical and data center safety protocols.
• Independently manage and execute tasks efficiently.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of infrastructure components using appropriate tools.
• Exhibit strong organizational skills and effectively manage time.
• Work autonomously and demonstrate initiative as needed.
• Have a minimum of 5 years of experience in colocations and data centers.

Additional Skills:

• Proficiency in Windows 7/Windows 10/XP and related Office applications.
• Experience in installing and troubleshooting data center equipment, rack and stack, and cable management.
• Perform network infrastructure cabling, including optical and copper cabling.
• Familiarity with OTDR, Light Level Testing, and infrastructure testing equipment.
• Display a strong team-oriented mindset and self-motivation.
• Possess a basic understanding of the LINUX operating platform.
• Familiarity with networking hardware and CLI.
• Experience using lights-out management systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Cantonese is a plus.
• Experience working with DCIM tools.

Why apply?

• Market leading compensation
• Strong brand name that will open doors in the near future