SpaceX
DataCenterAdministrator
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Data Center Administrator at SpaceX. Skills: Data Center Infrastructure Management, Server and Network Hardware Management, Operating System Administration (Linux/Windows), Hardware Diagnostics and Repair. installation and management of server, network, and power systems. performance-tuning and quality assurance operations on critical infrastructure components”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure optimal performance; ensure high level of data quality, availability, and security across the enterprise; ensure optimum for servers, switches, storage arrays, and other devices
Industry & Context.
Exceptional analytical and troubleshooting skills
Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed, U. S. citizen or national, U. S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), Refugee under 8 U. S. C. § 1157, or Asylee under 8 U. S. C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U. S. Department of State
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline and 1+ year of data center OR 3+ years of data center experience in lieu of a degree, Professional experience working in a data center or with IT hardware
Nice to Have
Certifications related to IT infrastructure such as CompTIA Server+, CompTIA Network+, and CCNP, Experience with data center infrastructure management (DCIM), including tools to monitor, measure, manage, and/or control data center utilization, In-depth knowledge of data center environments, servers, and network equipment, Extensive experience in installing, monitoring, and maintaining data center equipment, Linux and Windows OS system administration experience, Power and data center cooling capacity planning experience, Exceptional analytical and troubleshooting skills, Experience working with multiple vendor hardware architectures, Experience working with server management tools such as HPE iLO, Cisco CIMC and Dell iDRAC
What You'll Do.
installation and management of server
performance-tuning and quality assurance operations on critical infrastructure components
infrastructure or hardware incidents in multiple data centers
Manage complete lifecycle for data center hardware
Physically rack and cable data center equipment
Track and logically organize the physical storage of incoming data center equipment
Perform quality assurance testing and resolve recurring issues
Schedule and track hardware maintenance tasks
Update port maps and rack layouts and create operational procedures
Monitor the environmental conditions and power/cooling systems of a data center
Run hardware diagnostics and replace failing parts in a timely manner
Upgrade internal system components
Setup and operate common Linux and Windows servers
Document processes and keep event logs
Work with the purchasing department on the procurement of new data center equipment
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
collaborate with the team to develop and implement strategies for improved data center operations
Full Job Description
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. DATA CENTER ADMINISTRATOR SpaceX is looking for a data center administrator to help us build and manage our data center infrastructure. As part of our infrastructure team, your responsibility will be the proficient installation and management of server, network, and power systems in our data centers, adhering to best practices to ensure optimal performance. The ideal candidate has experience working with various types of hardware architectures and understands the strengths of each. You will also carry out performance-tuning and quality assurance operations on critical infrastructure components to ensure high level of data quality, availability, and security across the enterprise. In fulfilling this role, you will be expected to collaborate with the team to develop and implement strategies for improved data center operations. RESPONSIBILITIES: Resolve operational, infrastructure or hardware incidents in multiple data centers. Manage complete lifecycle for data center hardware, including deployment, operation, and decommission. Physically rack and cable data center equipment. Track and logically organize the physical storage of incoming data center equipment. Perform quality assurance testing and resolve recurring issues. Schedule and track hardware maintenance tasks. Update port maps and rack layouts and create operational procedures. Monitor the environmental conditions and power/cooling systems of a data center to ensure they are optimum for servers, switches, storage arrays, and other devices. Run hardware diagnostics and replace failing parts in a timely manner. Upgrade internal system components, including CPUs, memory, and storage. Setup and operate common Linux and Windows servers. Do
Applying for this Data Center Administrator role?
Most applicants get filtered before a human reads their resume. See if yours makes the cut.
How to Apply on Greenhouse
- Create a Greenhouse profile before applying — it saves time across multiple applications.
- Upload your resume as a PDF; the parser handles it better than Word.
- Answer all knockout questions carefully — wrong answers auto-reject before a human sees you.
- Enable email notifications to track application status in real time.
ANONYMOUS · UNFILTERED
What do employees actually say about SpaceX?
Real rants from real employees. Read before you apply.