x86 Server & Storage Hardware Architect

Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced x86 Server and Storage Hardware Architect to design, plan, and maintain the x86 server and storage infrastructure of our data center

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Select appropriate x86 server and storage hardware components that meet the data center’s capacity, performance, and reliability requirements
• Configure and optimize x86 servers and storage systems for performance and reliability
• Oversee the deployment of x86 servers and storage systems, ensuring that they are installed correctly, configured optimally, and monitored for performance and reliability
• Develop and maintain standards and procedures for x86 server and storage selection, deployment, and maintenance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that the x86 server and storage components meet the organization’s needs for capacity, performance, security, and reliability
• Analyze and recommend new x86 server and storage technologies and innovations to improve the data center’s performance and reliability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in x86 server and storage hardware architecture and design in a data center environment
• In-depth knowledge of x86 server and storage hardware components, including CPUs, memory, storage, and networking
• Strong understanding of x86 server and storage capacity planning, configuration, deployment, and maintenance in a virtualized environment
• Experience with vendor management and contract negotiation
• Knowledge of relevant x86 open standards such as OCPv3
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with automation and orchestration tools for x86 server and storage management