Data Center Technician (Early Talent)

Details

Nebius is building a full-stack AI cloud platform for data and model training through production deployment. The Data Center Technician Early Talent program is a paid, structured 3-month work experience beginning in January 2027. Participants work on the data center floor alongside experienced technicians and senior operations staff, developing foundational skills in enterprise data center operations.

Role Details

• Duration: 3 months
• Start date: January 2027
• Eligibility: Current university students in Computer Science or a related field, recent graduates, or early-career specialists
• Work authorization: Applicants must be permitted to work in the job's location
• Work setting: On-site data center operations

Responsibilities

Hardware and Infrastructure

• Identify, handle, and document server components, rack hardware, and data center equipment under technician supervision.
• Assist with physical installation, cabling, and labeling of server hardware in rack enclosures.
• Support hardware inventory counts, asset tagging, and equipment tracking.
• Shadow and assist with component replacements, hardware decommissions, and equipment staging.
• Progress toward independently performing basic rack-and-stack tasks after training and validation.

Cabling and Connectivity

• Learn copper and fiber cabling standards, patch-cord management, and labeling practices.
• Assist with cable organization, dressing, and documentation.
• Support connectivity checks and basic cable-tracing tasks.

Documentation and Ticketing

• Learn to use Nebius ticketing and asset-management systems to log work, update hardware records, and track assigned tasks.
• Document equipment configurations, cable layouts, and maintenance activities under technician review.
• Progress toward independently entering and updating tickets for assigned work items.

Safety and Operations

• Complete required data center safety training, site-access procedures, and equipment-handling certifications.
• Follow safety protocols, access controls, and site procedures at all times.
• Do not work unsupervised on live infrastructure or perform tasks outside the validated scope without technician authorization.
• Learn shift handoff procedures, escalation practices, and incident documentation.

Learning and Development

• Participate in weekly check-ins with an assigned DC Technician mentor.
• Complete training modules covering hardware fundamentals, data center operations, and safety.
• Shadow senior technicians during escalated incidents, complex deployments, and hardware troubleshooting.
• Build technical knowledge through active participation and structured shadowing.

Progression

Participants begin with close, continuous supervision and progress according to demonstrated proficiency and adherence to Nebius standards:

• Weeks 1–3: Orientation and shadowing, including safety, site familiarity, system access, and equipment identification.
• Weeks 4–7: Assisted execution with mentor review and sign-off.
• Weeks 8–10: Supervised independence within a validated scope.
• Weeks 11–12: Demonstrated competency, with minimal supervision for fully validated tasks.

Participants who complete the program with strong evaluations may be considered for the Nebius early talent pipeline.

Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods during active floor operations.
• Ability to safely lift and position equipment weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted; heavier loads require team-lift support.
• Comfort working at heights, including on ladders, raised platforms, and elevated data center infrastructure.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, including under raised floors, inside rack enclosures, and in cable-management pathways.
• Comfort working in variable temperatures, including cold-aisle containment zones.
• Manual dexterity for handling small-form-factor components, precision cabling, and fine connector installations.
• Ability to push or pull equipment carts and server sleds weighing up to 500 pounds on level surfaces.

Compensation

• Base compensation range: $48,000–$72,000 USD per year.
• Compensation is determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, hiring level, and geographic location.

Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families.
• 401(k) plan with up to a 4% company match and immediate vesting.
• Paid parental leave: 20 weeks for primary caregivers and 12 weeks for secondary caregivers.
• Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Career growth and learning opportunities.
• Flexibility and ownership.
• Collaborative and innovative culture.
• Opportunity to work on impactful AI projects.
• International environment and talented teams.

Nebius is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. Applicants must be authorized to work in the country in which they apply and may be required to provide proof of employment eligibility.