Data & Analytics Data Center Technician at IBM (Farnorough, UK) Professional FARNBOROUGH, GB

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We are seeking a dynamic Data Center Technician to join our team in Farnborough, United Kingdom! If you thrive in fast-paced, cutting-edge environments and are passionate about working with the latest hardware and networking technologies, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

As a Data Center Technician, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and optimizing our data center infrastructure, ensuring seamless operations for our clients. Collaborate with experienced technical professionals, facilitating and executing technical work streams collaboratively. Work closely with Product Owners, team members, partners, and other stakeholders to coordinate work and achieve business commitments.

This role requires strong communication skills, the ability to work independently, and a focus on user experience, security, simplification, and automation. If you're ready to take on this challenge and contribute to our success, we'd love to hear from you.

Your Role and Responsibilities

  1. The position is for Data Centre Cloud/Hybrid infrastructure services.
  2. The applicant must possess a valid work permit.
  3. A valid UK Driving licence is required for travel.
  4. This position is based in Farnborough, with potential travel to other UK sites including Slough, Hemel Hempstead, and Chessington.
  5. The role requires working 12.5-hour shifts, with a pattern of 4 shifts on followed by 3 shifts off, and alternately, 3 shifts on followed by 4 shifts off, involving rotation in 24/7 Data Centre operation.

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

  1. Proficiency in working with rack, cable, and Cisco or Juniper or both networking equipment.
  2. Fundamental understanding of PC/Server hardware concepts and components, e.g., RAM/Motherboard installation.
  3. Basic knowledge of various internet-related services.
  4. Capacity to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
  5. General comprehension of computer networking concepts.
  6. Customer-focused attitude with previous customer service experience being advantageous.
  7. Experience in network and power wiring cabling is considered a plus.

About IBM

IBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.

At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it’s time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.

Other Relevant Job Details

For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.

Job Title: Data Center Technician at IBM (Farnborough, UK)

Job ID: 20153

City / Township / Village: FARNBOROUGH

State / Province: Hampshire

Country: United Kingdom

Work arrangement: Onsite

Area of work: Data & Analytics

Employment type: Regular

Position type: Professional

Some travel may be required based on business demand.

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