Data Center Technician ManagerNebius · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Data Center Technician Manager

🗓️ Posted 2026-09-01 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Hybrid ICT
💰 Salary Not shared 📊 Market 8,000 EUR–12,500 EUR/mo

About the Company

Nebius is leading a new era in cloud infrastructure for the global AI economy. We are building a full-stack AI cloud platform that supports developers and enterprises from data and model training through to production deployment, without the cost and complexity of building large in-house AI/ML infrastructure. Built by engineers, for engineers. From large-scale GPU orchestration to inference optimization, we own the hard problems across compute, storage, networking and applied AI. Listed on Nasdaq (NBIS) and headquartered in Amsterdam, we have a global footprint with R&D hubs across Europe, the UK, North America and Israel. Our team of 1,500+ includes hundreds of engineers with deep expertise across hardware, software and AI R&D.

About the Role

The Data Center Technician Manager leads hands-on technical teams responsible for cabling, hardware installation, and day-to-day data center operations. This role balances people leadership, technical execution, and operational rigor in a 24/7 mission-critical environment.

Responsibilities

  • ● Lead and mentor a team of data center technicians supporting fiber, copper cabling, racking, stacking, and infrastructure installs.
  • ● Oversee installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of low-voltage cabling and communications infrastructure.
  • ● Ensure high-quality execution of 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 accurate documentation, port maps, and inventory, supporting 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 (e.g., DSX, OTDR), including test planning and results validation.
  • ● Enforce safety, compliance, and quality standards, promoting a culture of accountability and operational excellence.
  • ● Partner cross-functionally with operations, engineering, and project teams to support deployments, expansions, and upgrades.

Requirements

  • ● Associate degree or equivalent hands-on experience in IT, networking, or technical services.
  • ● 5+ years of data center or infrastructure experience, including cabling and hardware deployments.