Datacenter Engineer

Sacramento, CA Contract 6+ Months Our direct client is seeking a skilled Datacenter Engineer to join their DC operations team in Sacramento. This role is critical to maintaining and optimizing our data center infrastructure that powers the overall mission to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. You'll work in a fast-paced environment where automation, reliability, and innovation are paramount. The ideal candidate combines hands-on technical expertise with strong automation and scripting capabilities to ensure our infrastructure operates at peak performance. Key Responsibilities • Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot data center infrastructure including servers, storage systems, and network equipment • Develop and implement automation solutions using Python, Bash, or similar scripting languages to improve operational efficiency • Deploy and manage infrastructure monitoring systems (Prometheus, Nagios, Grafana) to ensure proactive issue detection and resolution • Perform hardware installations, upgrades, and replacements while minimizing system downtime • Execute root cause analysis for infrastructure incidents and implement preventive measures • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support infrastructure projects and capacity planning initiatives • Maintain comprehensive documentation of systems, processes, and procedures • Participate in on-call rotation to provide 24/7 support for critical infrastructure • Integrate monitoring and ticketing systems through API development and management • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system reliability and operational workflows Required Qualifications • 3+ years of hands-on experience in data center operations or infrastructure support roles • Strong scripting proficiency in Python, Bash, or similar languages • Demonstrated experience with automation frameworks and tools • Working knowledge of infrastructure monitoring platforms such as Prometheus, Nagios, or Grafana • Solid understanding of server hardware architecture and components • Proficiency with Linux and Windows operating systems • Strong grasp of network fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, and routing protocols • Excellent analytical and troubleshooting abilities with keen attention to detail • Proven track record working in large-scale data center environments • Experience with API integration and development • Familiarity with ticketing systems such as Jira and related integrations Title Location: Duration SUMMARY: RESPONSIBILITIES;