Data Center Engineer

About the company: Maven is a market-leading proprietary trading firm allocating internal capital across discretionary, systematic, and market-making strategies. Our collective expertise spans traders, engineers, and technologists, unified by an unwavering dedication to enhance our efficiency as a premier liquidity provider for globally listed derivatives. We leverage groundbreaking execution and pricing technologies to elevate and improve how financial markets operate.

Job Overview: We are seeking a highly organized and meticulous Datacenter Engineer to join our team. This role is vital in maintaining the seamless operation of our US datacenters. The ideal candidate will be the primary point of contact for internal IT infrastructure teams, managing and overseeing all US datacenter-related work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Internal IT Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for internal IT infrastructure teams for all datacenter-related activities.
• Hardware Installation and Cabling: Install servers and network hardware, ensuring all cabling is organized, neat, and orderly, following Maven specifications.
• Troubleshooting and Vendor Coordination: Troubleshoot hardware problems, engage hardware vendors as necessary, and take ownership of resolving hardware issues from identification to resolution.
• External Coordination: Liaise with external remote hands as necessary to ensure efficient operation and maintenance.
• Inventory Management: Ensure our Netbox inventory system accurately reflects datacenter device information and location.
• Environmental Monitoring: Monitor and ensure optimal environmental conditions within our datacenter space.
• Capacity Management: Manage datacenter capacity, optimizing for power utilization and space efficiency.
• Procurement: Procure datacenter equipment on behalf of internal teams, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Meticulousness: Must possess a strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of work.
• Organizational Skills: A strong desire to keep things orderly and well-organized.
• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with datacenter infrastructure, including networking, cabling, and hardware.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and resolve L1 issues efficiently.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for coordinating with internal and external teams.
• Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing technologies and environments.

Additional Attributes:

• Experience with inventory management systems, particularly Netbox or similar tool.
• Knowledge of environmental monitoring tools and practices.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with industry trends.

Work Conditions:

• Availability for weekend and after-hours work is required to ensure trading operations are  not disrupted during normal  business hours.
• Ability to lift and handle equipment up to 35 lbs as part of regular duties.

This role is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about maintaining high standards in datacenter operations, keen on working with a dynamic team, and eager to develop their skills in a cutting-edge technical environment.

What we can offer you: 

• Group Pension plan 
• Competitive compensation 
• Annual discretionary bonus 
• 25 days’ annual leave
• Informal dress code 
• Private healthcare and life assurance
• Monthly company events
• Private Gym