Data Center Engineer

Zurich, Switzerland

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Join Proton and build a better internet where privacy is the default

At Proton, we believe that privacy is a fundamental human right and the cornerstone of democracy. Since our inception in 2014, founded by a team of scientists from CERN, we have dedicated ourselves to providing free and open-source technology to millions worldwide, ensuring access to privacy, security, and freedom online.

About the Position

We are looking for a Data Center Engineer to join our Data Center and Hardware Team in Zurich. You will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation, scaling, and maintenance of our private cloud infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Server stacking and cabling installation in our data center rooms
• Performing hardware troubleshooting and basic repairs for servers and network equipment
• Diagnostic and repair of defective network fiber links and interfaces
• Coordinating logistics for new hardware and parts procurement
• Supervising Data Center remote hands contractors and managing work orders for local and remote sites
• Managing material stock and purchases in collaboration with procurement teams
• Monitoring the data center environment
• Assisting in hardware selection validation tests, performance tuning, and benchmarking

Requirements

• Experience in racking and cabling servers with high standards
• Experience with hardware troubleshooting
• Good understanding of data center infrastructure (racks, cabling, power, cooling)
• Computer hardware architecture knowledge
• Basic experience with configuration management tools and version control systems
• Ability to track and communicate the status of different projects
• Ability to keep up in an extremely fast-paced environment
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a multicultural environment
• Availability to travel to different locations for short-term projects
• Work proficiency in English

Nice to Have

• Linux user or admin experience and scripting skills
• Advanced hardware repairs experience
• Project management experience
• DCIM experience as user or administrator
• Hardware provisioning, burn-in, and validation experience
• Electrical engineer background

We Offer

• Office First: Collaboration is easier and more effective in person, with offices in Geneva, Zurich, Prague, Barcelona, Paris, London, Vilnius, Skopje, and Taipei. You can also enjoy working from home up to 30% of the time.
• Technology: We provide all the devices and software you need to excel in your role.
• Food: Lunch and snacks are provided by Proton every day at our offices.
• Transport: We support our employees with transport costs through subsidizing public transport, bike allowances, or parking spaces based on your office location.
• Stock Options: At Proton, we are all owners of the company and you get stock options when you join us.
• Flexible Working: You can define your own working hours as long as it works with team meetings.
• Learning and Development: We are committed to your professional growth. Proton offers various learning opportunities, including training programs, conferences and events, and continual learning.
• Employee Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance plans, competitive retirement savings options, generous vacation and leave policies, and wellness programs.
• Work that Matters: Proton is a community-first organization, started with the support of a crowdfunding campaign and built with community input. To this day, Proton’s only source of revenue is user subscriptions. Over 100 million people trust and support Proton, and we put our users and community first in everything we do.

About the Company

At Proton, we believe diversity drives innovation and strengthens our mission to provide privacy as a default for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical ability, or socio-economic background, feel valued and empowered.

If you need any extra support or reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, please let your talent partner know.

Even if you don’t meet all the requirements listed above, but feel you could still be a great fit, please still apply.

Candidate Privacy Notice

When you apply for a position, refer a candidate, or are considered for a role at Proton Technologies AG (Proton, we, us, or our), your information is stored in Greenhouse, in accordance with their Service Privacy Policy. This information is used to evaluate your suitability for the posted position. We also retain this information for consideration for future roles that you may apply for or that we believe may align with your background and skills.

If we no longer have a legitimate business need to process your information, we will either delete or anonymize it. Should you have any inquiries about how we use or manage your information, or if you wish to access, correct, or delete your data, please contact our privacy team at [email protected].

Proton does not accept unsolicited resumes from any sources other than directly from candidates. We will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from an unsolicited offer, even if the candidate is subsequently hired by Proton.

To learn more about our privacy policy, please visit our privacy policy page*.*

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