Data Center Interconnection Specialist

Description

About CoreSite:

CoreSite is a leading colocation data center company providing the space, power, cooling and connectivity that businesses rely on to operate and grow. Our data centers bring dozens of organizations together under one roof, supporting the technology and services that keep our world connected. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, bringing the expertise, ideas and commitment that power our business and help our customers succeed. With a culture built on collaboration, ownership, and operational excellence, CoreSite is a place to make an impact.

Data Center Interconnection Specialist:

The Data Center Interconnection Specialist reports to the Manager Data Center Interconnection and is a member of CoreSite’s network engineering team. This position provides technical expertise in the design, engineering, and implementation of CoreSite inside and outside cable plant. The candidate will have an expert level of knowledge regarding cable design and layout. They will provide engineering designs to construction team on interconnection design standards. The candidate will work with local field operations teams to support capacity augments as well as new builds. This role is responsible for assisting in leading the management and integration of the Data Center Inventory Management software system. The candidate will be responsible for coordinating between DCIM vendor, IT systems group, and Field Operations personnel to integrate DCIM system into the order workflow process. In addition, the candidate will be responsible for maintaining the data integrity of the system and continue to work with the Field Operations SMEs to support the MACD process. Under minimal supervision, the Data Center Interconnection Specialist will perform advanced level functions in support of a multi-site service provider environment. The candidate will provide technical assistance and perform problem resolution on application issues and advanced interconnection issues. Manage medium to large scale complex projects affecting the entire plant. Assist in the design of the company fiber network architecture and detailed technical configuration.

What You’ll Do:

• Design and architecture of current and future interconnection technology needs of company with emphasis on optimizations to current architectures, high availability configurations, and new product offerings.
• Implementation of DCIM platform into production workflow.
• Occasional travel to data center sites for planning, installation, or support needs
• Attendance at industry trade shows as needed.
• Establish and maintain testing standards for interconnection products
• Work to improve processes related to interconnection product delivery
• Establish engineering standards for MDF, IDF, intra-building connectivity, and outside plant connectivity.
• Provide training to new hire field operations personnel as well as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
• Produce network topology diagrams for existing and new infrastructures for sales, customers, marketing, and other internal needs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Strong leadership skills
• Excels in a team-oriented work environment
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Exhibits a strong work ethic and accountability to deadlines

Education/Experience:

• 5+ years’ experience in data center interconnection design and operations.
• 2+ years’ experience with managing physical cable plants
• 2+ years’ experience with DCIM tools.
• Experience running MDF/IDF architecture
• Experience in multi-tenant data center environments
• Preferred experience in data center or telecommunications industry
• Preferred experience TIA/EIA environments
• Two year college/trade education preferred

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Compensation: Compensation for this role includes a base salary between $94,700 and $111,900 annually. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus and equity, based upon individual and company performance.

Remote Work Eligibility: This position may be performed remotely from the following approved locations only: Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia and Wisconsin.

Job Post Timeline: This position is expected to be open for applications for 30 days.

Benefits: Not only does CoreSite have a fun, team-focused work environment, but we also offer great benefits to all employees regularly scheduled to work more than 20 hours a week!

• Medical coverage starting day one, plus dental, vision, telemedicine, HSA/FSA options.
• 401(k) with a 5% company match, plus bonus and equity opportunities.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Starting 16 days of PTO, 11 paid company holidays, floating holidays and additional paid time for volunteering, family care, parental leave and other life events.
• Free parking or public transportation support.

Additional Perks:

• Up to $800 annually in wellness reimbursements and up to $450 in wellness incentives.
• $100 monthly technology stipend.
• Up to $5,250 annually in educational reimbursement plus LinkedIn Learning.
• Up to $5,000 annually in charitable donation matching.
• Financial coaching and student loan support.
• Family planning, mental health, and caregiving support.
• Pet insurance, employee discounts and cash back offers.

General Statements:

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
• Please note that all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and, where permitted by law, a 5-panel drug test conducted after the offer letter is signed, which will screen for THC, opiates, PCP, cocaine, and amphetamines. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

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