Data Center Consultant/Manager (f/m/d)

Data Center Consultant/Manager (f/m/d)

We are HCLTech, one of the fastest-growing large tech companies in the world and home to 225,000 people across 60 countries, supercharging progress through industry-leading capabilities centered around Digital, Engineering and Cloud. The driving force behind that work, our people, are diverse, creative, and passionate, raising the bar for excellence on a regular basis. We, in turn, work hard to bring out the best in them as we strive to help them find their spark and become the best version of themselves that they can be. If all this sounds like an environment you’ll thrive in, then you’re in the right place. Join us on our journey in advancing the technological world through innovation and creativity.

Overview:

As a Data Center Consultant/Manager, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and optimizing data center solutions for our clients. You will leverage your deep technical expertise to assess client needs, develop innovative strategies, and deliver high-quality solutions that enhance operational efficiency, security, and scalability.

Your job:

• Conduct in-depth assessments of client data center environments, data center design, facilities, operations, security and risks
• Design data center operational standards and procedures like inventory management, tape management, cabling guidelines, DCIM, DC security controls, facilities audit, material handling etc.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and optimization.
• Manage the global datacenter operations
• Coordinate with Regional Colo leads, Client and Colo Providers for demand forecasting and capacity planning
• Oversee the implementation of data center build and maintenance, including ongoing transformations and handover to operations
• Coordinate with vendors and technical teams to ensure timely and successful delivery of critical projects / milestones.
• Ensure Datacenter ongoing build/maintenance/cabling as per Client’s minimum Technical Data center requirements contractual documents.

Your profile:

• Strong prior hands-on 8-10 years DC Operations experience as Global Data center Manager governing and managing 24x7 SLA based Tier 3/Tier 4 Colo Enterprise class geographically distributed Datacenters/Colo DCs
• Excellent understanding of Datacenter N 1/2N redundancy architecture at Power, Cooling, HVAC system, generator, UPS level, network carrier, hot/cold aisle containment and fire/safety compliance/code standards
• Strong global DC Ops/ Smart hands team management skills
• Strong experience interfacing with Vendors/Partners and Colo providers
• Experience working in highly regulated financial service vertical a plus
• Management Professional (CDCMP)/ Certified Datacenter Design Professional (CDCDP)/Accredited Tier Professional (ATP) or equivalent
• Datacenter facilities/Operations engineering or equivalent educational background preferred
• Expertise with data center management tools (DCIM). Preferably RiT Xpedite
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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We promote equal opportunities for all employees, regardless of their cultural and social background, gender, disability, age, religion, beliefs, and sexual identity. We give priority consideration to severely disabled applicants and those of equal status in the case of equal suitability.