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Sr Data Center Operations Administrator

AT UKG
UKG

Sr Data Center Operations Administrator

Atlanta, GA

Company Overview

With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we're only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieve? Read on.

At UKG, you get more than just a job. You get to work with purpose. Our team of U Krewers are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through our award-winning HR technology built for all.

Here, we know that you're more than your work. That's why our benefits help you thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose - a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200+ needs that best suit you and your family, from student loan repayment, to childcare, to pet insurance. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. If you're passionate about our purpose - people -then we can't wait to support whatever gives you purpose. We're united by purpose, inspired by you.

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About the Team:

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled Datacenter Infrastructure Administrator with a minimum of 8 years of experience maintaining data center operations at Enterprise scale. This role focuses on ensuring infrastructure reliability, efficiency, and scalability to support business-critical systems.

Responsibilities:

  • Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot servers, storage, and network infrastructure within the physical data center.
  • Performs installations, configurations, and upgrades of hardware and software components.
  • Ensure high availability and disaster recovery readiness for data center operations.
  • Manage server virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
  • Optimize and perform capacity planning for power and cooling systems to enhance energy efficiency.
  • Conduct routine security audits and ensure compliance with policies.
  • Maintain an up-to-date asset inventory.
  • Develop and maintain datacenter operational documentation, including system diagrams and procedures.
  • Provide support for escalated issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

About You:

Basic Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in Enterprise scale data center operations or system administration.
  • 5-8 years of experience with racking and stacking server hardware, virtualization, and storage solutions.
  • Strong understanding of networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) and firewalls.
  • Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g., Nagios, SolarWinds) and scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Server+, Cisco CCNA, VMware VCP) are a plus

Where we're going

UKG is on the cusp of something truly special. Worldwide, we already hold the #1 market share position for workforce management and the #2 position for human capital management. Tens of millions of frontline workers start and end their days with our software, with billions of shifts managed annually through UKG solutions today. Yet it's our AI-powered product portfolio designed to support customers of all sizes, industries, and geographies that will propel us into an even brighter tomorrow!

Equal Opportunity Employer

UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

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UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process

For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email UKGCareers@ukg.com.

The pay range for this position is $62,300.00 to $89,550.00 USD, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at https://www.ukg.com/careers

Client-provided location(s): Atlanta, GA, USA; Las Vegas, NV, USA
Job ID: ukg-893382514238
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program