Data Center Operations Jobs in Texas

Data Center Operations jobs in Texas are concentrated in the state's technology, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise IT sectors, with demand running from entry-level technicians through senior operations engineers. Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio are the dominant hiring metros, home to major facilities operated by employers such as Microsoft, Amazon Web Services, and Digital Realty. The most in-demand specialties in Texas include critical systems management, network infrastructure operations, and facilities power and cooling. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles56

Top employerMeta

Top cityDallas, TX

Cities hiring27

Work type85% On-site

Top industryConstruction

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Data Center Production Operations Engineer

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Data Center Production Operations Engineer Responsibilities:

Manage and maintain large-scale server fleets across data center environments, including hardware triage, failure analysis, and coordinating repair and replacement workflows
Monitor production systems health using observability tooling and telemetry data to proactively identify and resolve infrastructure anomalies before they impact service availability
Develop and refine operational runbooks, escalation procedures, and incident response playbooks specific to data center server environments
Collaborate with hardware engineering, network operations, and capacity planning teams to support server deployment, decommissioning, and lifecycle transitions
Analyze failure trends and operational data to identify systemic issues in server hardware or firmware, and drive root cause analysis and corrective action
Contribute to automation initiatives that reduce manual toil in server provisioning, health checks, and fleet management workflows, including leveraging AI-integrated tooling
Partner with cross-functional teams to evaluate and implement process improvements that increase operational efficiency and reduce mean time to resolution for production incidents
Communicate infrastructure status, incident timelines, and risk assessments to engineering and operations stakeholders through clear written and verbal updates
Support capacity readiness activities by validating server acceptance criteria and coordinating with data center technicians during hardware bring-up and commissioning
Identify gaps in monitoring coverage or operational tooling and propose solutions that improve fleet visibility and production reliability
Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation
Ability to travel up to 15% of the time

Minimum Qualifications:

6+ years of experience in data center operations, site operations, or production infrastructure engineering supporting large-scale server environments
6+ years of experience with server hardware components including CPUs, memory, storage, and network interface cards, including hands-on troubleshooting and failure diagnosis
Experience using systems monitoring and observability platforms to track fleet health, identify anomalies, and drive incident resolution in production data center environments
Experience developing or improving operational processes, runbooks, or automation scripts to support server fleet management at scale
Experience collaborating with hardware engineering, network, and capacity teams to coordinate infrastructure deployments and lifecycle activities

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with scripting languages such as Python or Bash to automate data center operations tasks including health checks, inventory management, or alerting workflows
Familiarity with server firmware management, BIOS configuration, and out-of-band management interfaces such as IPMI or Redfish in hyperscale data center environments
Experience contributing to post-incident reviews and translating findings into durable operational improvements that reduce recurrence across a server fleet
Background in capacity planning or hardware acceptance testing processes within a large-scale cloud or hyperscale data center organization

About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.

$111,010/year to $158,995/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

Data Center Production Operations Engineer Responsibilities:

Manage and maintain large-scale server fleets across data center environments, including hardware triage, failure analysis, and coordinating repair and replacement workflows
Monitor production systems health using observability tooling and telemetry data to proactively identify and resolve infrastructure anomalies before they impact service availability
Develop and refine operational runbooks, escalation procedures, and incident response playbooks specific to data center server environments
Collaborate with hardware engineering, network operations, and capacity planning teams to support server deployment, decommissioning, and lifecycle transitions
Analyze failure trends and operational data to identify systemic issues in server hardware or firmware, and drive root cause analysis and corrective action
Contribute to automation initiatives that reduce manual toil in server provisioning, health checks, and fleet management workflows, including leveraging AI-integrated tooling
Partner with cross-functional teams to evaluate and implement process improvements that increase operational efficiency and reduce mean time to resolution for production incidents
Communicate infrastructure status, incident timelines, and risk assessments to engineering and operations stakeholders through clear written and verbal updates
Support capacity readiness activities by validating server acceptance criteria and coordinating with data center technicians during hardware bring-up and commissioning
Identify gaps in monitoring coverage or operational tooling and propose solutions that improve fleet visibility and production reliability
Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation
Ability to travel up to 15% of the time

Minimum Qualifications:

6+ years of experience in data center operations, site operations, or production infrastructure engineering supporting large-scale server environments
6+ years of experience with server hardware components including CPUs, memory, storage, and network interface cards, including hands-on troubleshooting and failure diagnosis
Experience using systems monitoring and observability platforms to track fleet health, identify anomalies, and drive incident resolution in production data center environments
Experience developing or improving operational processes, runbooks, or automation scripts to support server fleet management at scale
Experience collaborating with hardware engineering, network, and capacity teams to coordinate infrastructure deployments and lifecycle activities

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with scripting languages such as Python or Bash to automate data center operations tasks including health checks, inventory management, or alerting workflows
Familiarity with server firmware management, BIOS configuration, and out-of-band management interfaces such as IPMI or Redfish in hyperscale data center environments
Experience contributing to post-incident reviews and translating findings into durable operational improvements that reduce recurrence across a server fleet
Background in capacity planning or hardware acceptance testing processes within a large-scale cloud or hyperscale data center organization

About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.

$111,010/year to $158,995/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

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Data Center Operations Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dallas

10 jobs

Austin

6 jobs

El Paso

4 jobs

San Antonio

4 jobs

Plano

3 jobs

Irving

2 jobs

Temple

2 jobs

Abilene

2 jobs

Houston

2 jobs

Data Center Operations Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Meta7 open roles

Amazon7 open roles

Google4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

Construction & Real Estate
Technology & Software
Electronics & Hardware
Healthcare & Medical Services
Consulting & Professional Services

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What Texas Employers Look For

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

CompTIA Data+ or Data Center Certified Associate credential recognized by Texas employers
Experience monitoring and maintaining HVAC, UPS, and power distribution systems
Familiarity with DCIM software platforms such as Nlyte, Sunbird, or Vertiv
Ability to work rotating shifts including nights and weekends in a live data center environment
Understanding of physical security protocols, access control systems, and compliance standards
Associate or bachelor degree in information technology, electrical technology, or a related field

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Data Center Operations Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a data center operations in Texas?

Most Texas employers expect at least an associate degree in information technology, electrical technology, or a related field alongside a vendor-neutral certification such as CompTIA Data+ or the Data Center Certified Associate credential. Texas does not issue a state license specific to data center operations, so entry typically begins with a technical certificate program at a community college such as Austin Community College or Dallas College, followed by an entry-level technician role that builds hands-on experience with power, cooling, and network systems.

Which companies hire data center operationss in Texas?

Companies currently hiring data center operationss in Texas include Meta, Amazon, and Google, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's concentration of hyperscale campuses, colocation facilities, and enterprise headquarters means hiring activity is sustained across multiple metro areas year-round.

Which Texas cities have the most data center operations jobs?

Dallas, Austin, and El Paso have the most data center operations openings in Texas. Dallas-Fort Worth leads because it hosts one of the densest concentrations of hyperscale and colocation campuses in the country, while Austin's technology industry drives strong enterprise demand and San Antonio benefits from the military and federal agency infrastructure anchored by Joint Base San Antonio.

Are there remote data center operations jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. Data center operations work is largely hands-on, requiring physical presence to manage hardware, power systems, and cooling infrastructure. About 15% of data center operations openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in monitoring, reporting, or vendor coordination rather than direct floor operations.

How can I get hired as a data center operations in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a data center technician I or facilities associate role at a colocation provider or large Texas enterprise, where on-the-job training is standard. Employers such as CyrusOne and Digital Realty operate Texas campuses and have historically brought on candidates through structured technician apprentice tracks. Completing a technical certificate in electrical systems or IT infrastructure at Dallas College or San Jacinto College, combined with a CompTIA certification, gives candidates a clear edge over applicants without credentials.

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

You can find and apply to data center operations jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across the state's major hiring metros and facility types. Find roles that fit your experience level and apply directly from the listings.

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