Data Center Operations Jobs

Data Center Operations jobs are open across cloud computing, colocation, enterprise IT, and telecommunications, from entry-level technician to senior operations manager, with specializations in infrastructure maintenance, incident response, and capacity planning. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles327+
Top stateTexas
Top employerAmazon
Top cityDallas, TX
Work type86% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Epicor Software
Senior Data Ops Developer
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Epicor Software
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Senior Data Ops Developer
Epicor Software
Austin, Texas
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
$94k - $151k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in engineering
5,001-10,000

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CoreSite
Data Center Operations Technician II (Swing) (SV8)
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Data Center Operations Technician II (Swing) (SV8)
CoreSite
Santa Clara, California
Compliance & Risk
IT Support
Project Management
$33 - $37/hr
High school diploma or GED
501-1,000

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CoreSite
Manager (Shift), Data Center Operations (Night) (SV8)
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Manager (Shift), Data Center Operations (Night) (SV8)
CoreSite
Santa Clara, California
Business Development
Events & Tourism
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$125k - $135k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
501-1,000

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Flexential
Data Center Operations Technician I
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Added 2d ago
Data Center Operations Technician I
Flexential
Alpharetta, Georgia
Business Operations
Customer Success
Project Management
$19 - $22/hr
High school diploma or GED
501-1,000

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Google
Data Center Server Operations Site Lead
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Google
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Data Center Server Operations Site Lead
Google
Lima, Ohio
Data Analytics
Project Management
$205k - $285k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Data Center Operations Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Amazon
    Amazon72
  • Google
    Google48
  • Meta
    Meta17
  • Oracle
    Oracle11
  • CoreSite
    CoreSite8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software59
  • Retail24
  • E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces24
  • Artificial Intelligence6
  • Construction & Real Estate4

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in data center operations jobs.

  • Experience maintaining and troubleshooting physical server, network, and storage hardware
  • Familiarity with data center infrastructure management tools and ticketing systems
  • CompTIA Server+, CDCP, or equivalent data center operations certification
  • Knowledge of power distribution, UPS systems, and cooling infrastructure
  • Ability to lift equipment and work in raised-floor or hot-aisle environments
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field

Tips for Your Data Center Operations Job Search

Quantify your uptime and incident metrics

Hiring managers in data center roles care deeply about reliability numbers. List specific uptime percentages you maintained, mean time to repair figures, or the scale of infrastructure you supported. Generic claims like 'maintained servers' won't differentiate you from other candidates.

List certifications prominently near the top

Certifications like CompTIA Server+, CDCP, CDCEP, or vendor-specific credentials from Cisco or Juniper signal readiness without an interview. Place them in a dedicated section above your work history so screeners spot them before the resume gets filtered out.

Target openings by facility tier and scale

A hyperscale colocation facility and a mid-size enterprise data center require different skill sets. Filter your search by facility type or employer size so your experience aligns with what the role actually demands, rather than applying broadly and hoping for a match.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists data center operations openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare for hands-on technical scenarios

Interviews for data center operations roles often include scenario questions about power failures, cooling malfunctions, or cable management under pressure. Walk through your troubleshooting logic step by step and reference the ticketing or change management systems you've used to document resolutions.

Negotiate shift differentials and on-call terms

Data center roles frequently require rotating shifts, nights, or on-call availability. Before accepting an offer, clarify the on-call frequency, response time expectations, and whether shift differentials are included so you can evaluate the full compensation picture accurately.

Data Center Operations Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most data center operations?

Amazon, Google, and Meta are hiring the most data center operationss right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Virginia, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand tends to cluster near major network exchange points and regions with large colocation campuses.

How many data center operations jobs are remote?

About 14% of data center operations openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles. Sub-areas with the highest remote share include NOC monitoring, capacity planning, and vendor coordination, where physical presence is less critical than for technician or on-site engineering positions.

How do you become a data center operations?

Start by earning a foundational IT certification such as CompTIA A+ or Network+, then pursue a data center-specific credential like the Certified Data Center Professional. Build hands-on experience through entry-level helpdesk or IT support roles, then move into a junior data center technician position where you can work directly with physical infrastructure, ticketing systems, and incident response workflows.

How do you get hired in data center operations with little experience?

Entry-level openings in data center operations typically look for candidates who can demonstrate familiarity with server hardware, basic networking concepts, and a willingness to work shift-based schedules. Home lab projects, community college IT programs, or military IT service are all paths hiring managers recognize. Applying to colocation providers or managed service companies often yields more entry-level openings than enterprise in-house teams.

What does the data center operations interview process look like?

Most data center operations interviews include an initial phone screen focused on availability and shift flexibility, followed by a technical interview covering hardware troubleshooting, power and cooling fundamentals, and change management procedures. Final rounds often involve a practical scenario walkthrough where you describe how you would respond to a specific outage or equipment failure, and a meet-the-team conversation with the operations or facilities lead.

Where can I find and apply to data center operations jobs?

You can find and apply to data center operations jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.

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