Project Manager - San Jose, United States - Super Micro Computer

Super Micro Computer

Verified Company

San Jose, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Project Manager

Date:
May 14, 2024

Location:
San Jose, California, United States

Company:
Super Micro Computer

Job Req ID: 24383

About Supermicro:

Supermicro is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.

Job Summary:

Super Micro Computer, Inc. is seeking a dedicated and experienced Project Manager to oversee the endtoend process of onsite server rack installations at customer data centers. In this critical role, you will collaborate closely with crossfunctional teams, including Sales, Field Application Engineers, Design Engineers, and Operations, to ensure the seamless execution of technical design proposals tailored to customer requirements. Your expertise in data center infrastructure, coupled with your exceptional project management skills, will drive the successful deployment of server racks while maintaining the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Includes the following essential duties and responsibilities (other duties may also be assigned):

Work with sales and Field Application Engineering (FAE) teams to understand customer requirements and project scopes, including the specific needs for onsite server rack installations at customer data centers
Collaborate with Project Managers and design engineers to produce comprehensive design proposals and detailed delivery plans, specifically tailored to the onsite server rack installations
Communicate with purchasing teams and key suppliers to prepare all necessary materials and equipment required for customer projects, considering the specific requirements of the server rack installations
Coordinate with the integration team and production line to ensure smooth prototyping as well as mass production timelines, considering the intricacies of onsite server rack deployments
Oversee and manage customer projects, with a special focus on controlling project schedules related to onsite server rack installations. Provide daily or weekly status reports to stakeholders, highlighting progress and any potential concerns
Actively participate in or host customer meetings to discuss project status, timelines, and any server rack deploymentspecific requirements, ensuring alignment with the customer's data center infrastructure
Collaborate with internal teams in regular meetings to review project status, identify challenges, and work towards solutions, with a specific emphasis on streamlining processes related to onsite server rack installation support
Ensure that the server rack installation processes adhere to industry standards and best practices, and constantly seek ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness in this domain
Conducting site surveys and assessments to understand the specific requirements and constraints of the customer's data center facility, ensuring that the proposed rack systems are optimized for the environment
Collaborating with the customer's IT and facility teams to coordinate the logistics of server rack deliveries and installations, considering factors such as access points, power availability, and cooling requirements
Supervising and coordinating the physical installation of server racks, ensuring proper placement, alignment, and cable management to guarantee optimal performance and accessibility
Troubleshooting and resolving any issues that arise during the onsite server rack installations, working closely with technical teams to implement timely solutions
Providing comprehensive documentation and reports of the onsite server rack installations, including diagrams, configurations, and any relevant postinstallation recommendations
Offering postinstallation support to address any customer inquiries or concerns and ensuring their satisfaction with the installed server racks

Qualifications:

Bachelor or Master's degree in Civil Engineering/Computer Engineering/Electrical Engineering or equivalent with a minimum of 5 years of experience in project management or program management, with a significant portion of that experience dedicated to onsite server rack installations at customer data centers
Strong understanding of data center infrastructure and deployment, with a proven track record of successfully managing projects in this domain
Exceptional communication and presentation skills are a must, as the Project Manager will be required to effectively communicate with customers, suppliers, and internal teams regarding all aspects o