Senior Data Center Operations Engineer at Verda

Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Center Operations, Incident Response, Troubleshooting, Infrastructure Management, Server Infrastructure, Storage Infrastructure, Rack Infrastructure, Networking Fundamentals, Linux, DCIM, Ticketing Systems, Change Management, Root Cause Analysis, Preventive Maintenance, Mentorship, Safety Standards

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

How the process looks like Contact information: About the role The Senior Data Center Operations professional is responsible for the availability, reliability, and operational excellence of mission-critical data center infrastructure. This role operates as a technical lead on site, owning complex operational activities, incident response, and advanced troubleshooting while mentoring junior technicians and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires deep hands-on expertise, sound judgment in high-pressure situations, and the ability to operate independently within a 24/7 critical environment. Technical Authority & Ownership Senior-level ownership of data center operations and infrastructure stability Authority to lead incident response and complex troubleshooting activities Recognition as a subject-matter expert within the operations team Direct influence on operational standards, procedures, and improvements Professional Standing & Growth Positioning as a senior technical reference within the data center Opportunity to mentor technicians and shape operational best practices What's next Why Verda Application deadline: Practicalities Your responsibilities Senior Operations & Infrastructure Management Oversee installation, configuration, testing, and maintenance of critical data center hardware and systems Ensure operational readiness and compliance with availability, security, and safety standards Act as escalation point for complex or high-impact operational issues Monitoring, Incident Leadership & Troubleshooting Lead response to infrastructure incidents, outages, and performance degradation Perform advanced troubleshooting across hardware, OS, networking, and storage layers Coordinate with engineering, network, facilities, and vendor teams during incidents Drive root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions Preventive Maintenance & Reliability Own and improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs Validate maintenance procedures and execution quality Identify risks, single points of failure, and reliability gaps Project Execution & Change Management Lead or support complex operational projects such as: Data center expansions Hardware refresh programs Infrastructure upgrades Execute changes in line with change management and risk controls Documentation, Standards & Mentorship Own and maintain senior-level operational documentation and SOPs Contribute to audits, compliance reviews, and operational assessments Mentor and support junior and mid-level technicians Promote a strong culture of safety, discipline, and continuous improvement Your key competencies Education Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent experience Experience 8–12+ years of experience in data center operations or mission-critical IT environments Proven experience leading operational activities in 24/7 critical facilities Demonstrated ownership of incident management and reliability initiatives Technical Expertise Deep hands-on expertise with: Server, storage, and rack infrastructure Networking fundamentals and connectivity troubleshooting Linux Strong understanding of monitoring, DCIM, ticketing, and change management tools Leadership & Personal Attributes Strong decision-making under pressure High sense of ownership and accountability Ability to mentor and guide less experienced technicians Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English Proactive, detail-oriented, and reliability-focused mindset Success criteria for this role in the next 6-12 months

Responsibilities

The Senior Data Center Operations professional is responsible for ensuring the availability, reliability, and operational excellence of mission-critical data center infrastructure, acting as a technical lead for complex operational activities and incident response. Key duties include overseeing hardware maintenance, leading incident resolution across hardware/OS/networking/storage, driving RCAs, and owning reliability programs.