Data Center Technician Manager

Details

Nebius is building a full-stack AI cloud platform supporting developers and enterprises from data and model training through production deployment. The Data Center Technician Manager leads hands-on technical teams responsible for cabling, hardware installation, and day-to-day data center operations in a 24/7 mission-critical environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor data center technicians supporting fiber and copper cabling, racking, stacking, and infrastructure installations.
• Oversee the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of low-voltage cabling and communications infrastructure.
• Ensure high-quality fiber and copper terminations, testing, and remediation of complex issues.
• Own and enforce MOP/CMOP processes, change control, and operational best practices.
• Manage work through ticketing and infrastructure management systems, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Maintain documentation, port maps, and inventory to support audits and operational readiness.
• Drive incident response and escalation for technical issues, ensuring SLA adherence and rapid resolution.
• Lead the use of specialized test equipment, including DSX and OTDR, with responsibility for test planning and results validation.
• Enforce safety, compliance, and quality standards while promoting accountability and operational excellence.
• Partner with operations, engineering, and project teams on deployments, expansions, and upgrades.

Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent hands-on experience in IT, networking, or technical services.
• At least 5 years of data center or infrastructure experience, including cabling and hardware deployments.
• At least 2 years of experience leading technical teams in a mission-critical environment.
• Strong working knowledge of structured cabling standards, including BICSI, ANSI/TIA, and NEC.
• Experience with fiber optics, copper cabling, servers, networking equipment, and power distribution basics.
• Ability to participate in on-call rotations and perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, engineering, or a related field.
• Industry certifications such as BICSI, CDCP, CompTIA, or ITIL.
• Experience with large-scale data center builds or migrations.
• Familiarity with Linux, Python or Bash scripting, and data center management tools.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer-facing skills.

Compensation

• Competitive compensation ranging from $115,000 to $225,000 OTE, including base salary and bonus.

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.
• Remote work reimbursement of up to $85 per month for mobile and internet expenses.
• Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Career growth and learning opportunities.
• Flexibility, ownership, and a collaborative international environment.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the country in which they apply and must provide proof of employment eligibility as a condition of hire. Nebius is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodations during the application process upon request.