ID - Rack Lifecycle Tech, Rack Lifecycle Team
Technology, Data & Digital · Data, AI & Analytics · Data Engineering
In short
As a Rack Lifecycle Tech on the AWS Infrastructure Services team in Mumbai, you will be responsible for the physical installation, cabling, and decommissioning of racks in data centers. This hands-on role requires strong technical skills in networking and Linux, with a focus on executing tasks precisely according to AWS standards and SOPs.
Responsibilities
- Execute rack installations, including physical placement, power connections, grounding, and cable management.
- Perform structured cabling with fiber/copper terminations, patch panel connections, and labeling.
- Complete OTDR and power testing, validating results against acceptance thresholds.
- Execute work orders and tasks, maintaining accurate status updates in workflow management tools.
- Perform quality checks on completed cabling work and update CMDB/DCIM records.
- Receive, verify, and stage incoming hardware deliveries, maintaining accurate inventory records.
- Execute physical decommission activities, including cable removal, power disconnects, and asset de-tagging.
- Perform device wipe and media destruction in compliance with AWS policies.
- Sort, label, and stage recovered assets for RMA, redeployment, or disposal.
- Adhere to all site-level SOPs, quality standards, and governance frameworks.
- Participate in daily stand-ups and pre-work briefings, communicating task status and blockers.
- Support coordination with DCO, DCEO, Network Engineering, and facilities teams.
Requirements
- 1+ years of computer networking experience
- 1+ years of Linux operating systems experience
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
- Experience in computer networking
- Experience working with Linux operating systems
- Can lift and rack equipment up to 40 pounds
- Experience with computer hardware troubleshooting and repair
- Familiarity with rack decommissioning including device wipe, media destruction, and asset recovery procedures
- Experience managing work and priorities through a ticketing system
- Experience with cabling infrastructure best practices and methodologies
Desired Qualifications
- Can work in cramped spaces or in elevated locations while adhering to health & safety guidelines.
- Experience dealing effectively with customers during problem resolution and operating efficiently under pressure.
- Experience working in a data center environment (racking and stacking gear, cable management, hot/cold aisle containment).
Benefits
- Inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
- Diverse experiences are valued; encourage candidates to apply even if they don't meet all preferred qualifications.
- Pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating.
- Value work-life harmony and strive for flexibility.
- Inclusive team culture with employee-led affinity groups.
- Ongoing events and learning experiences.
- Endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and career-advancing resources.
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