Entry Level Data Center Engineering Jobs
New grad data center engineering jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where internship work or hands-on lab projects can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Technology & Software, Retail, and E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces, with employers like Amazon, Oracle, and Apple hiring at this level now.
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AWS has the world’s largest cloud computing portfolio. As an Amazonian you will work in some of the most sophisticated, safe, and secure data centers in the world. Our Engineering Operations Technicians (EOT’s) help keep them that way by working with the brightest minds from around the globe to help test and implement the newest technology and work practices to meet the demands of a changing market.
We have a passion for learning and evolving, it’s how we have helped define ourselves as leaders in the industry. Let’s work hard, have fun, and make history!
Key job responsibilities
- Daily building rounds to monitor and record information from electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment to ensure 24/7 reliability and availability
- Monitor Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Management System (EPMS)
- Assist in troubleshooting of facility and rack-level events within internal Service Level Agreements (SLA)
- Perform rack installs and rack decommissioning within internal SLA
- Perform PM, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment
- Technical writing to support change management program
- Monitor daily work requests and manage to resolution, and execute projects from conception to completion
- On-site support of contractors, sub-contractors and vendors, ensuring that all work performed is in accordance with established practices, procedures & local legislation
- Work schedule changes depending on specific site needs. Shifts can be up to 12-hours and may rotate on a predefined schedule. Some locations have on-call rotations.
- Role may support more than one location/site.
A day in the life
This role acts as Amazon’s front line when it comes to hands-on electrical and mechanical equipment preventative maintenance (PM) and troubleshooting, reporting to a site’s Data Center Facility Manager (FM). They will maintain, operate, and troubleshoot mission-critical data center facility equipment including stand-by diesel generators and related fuel systems, 3 phase electrical systems such as switchgear, UPS units, PDUs, and wet cell batteries and associated systems. Mechanical equipment includes CRAHU units, centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, water systems, air handlers and associated systems, pumps, and motors. Additional support equipment is included in the scope of the role which includes fire/life safety equipment, building automation systems, and general facilities equipment.
About the team
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Work flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays
- -2+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of data center engineering experience
- Experience reading and writing procedures, technical documents, and engineering drawings
- vocational/technical training or an associate degree or above, or 4+ years of military experience
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, OH, HILLIARD - 37.00 - 65.00 USD hourly
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Entry Level Data Center Engineering Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level data center engineering job?
Focus on hands-on fundamentals: familiarity with server hardware, basic networking concepts like TCP/IP and VLANs, and physical infrastructure skills such as cable management and power distribution. Certifications like CompTIA Server+, CCNA, or a data center operations credential signal readiness to employers. Internship experience or a home lab project that demonstrates troubleshooting ability gives entry level candidates a concrete edge over those with only coursework.
Which companies hire entry level data center engineerings?
Companies hiring entry level data center engineerings right now include Amazon, Oracle, and Apple, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level covers large cloud and colocation providers, enterprise technology firms, and managed service organizations that build out or maintain their own physical infrastructure.
Are there remote entry level data center engineering jobs?
Yes, though most data center roles are on-site by nature. About 0% of entry level data center engineering openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those positions typically involve monitoring, ticketing, or documentation work rather than hands-on hardware tasks. On-site roles remain the majority and are often where entry level candidates build the fastest.
Are these new grad data center engineering jobs?
Yes. The listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior data center engineering roles. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes candidates with zero to two years of experience and treats internships, lab coursework, or a self-built home lab as equivalent to professional experience. Look for postings that list certifications as preferred rather than required, which signals openness to candidates early in their careers.
Which industries hire the most entry level data center engineerings?
Entry Level data center engineering roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Retail, and E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate or expand physical infrastructure at scale, creating consistent demand for junior engineers who can support installation, maintenance, and operations under senior supervision.