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title: 'Data Center Technician (Early Talent) at Nebius'
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# Data Center Technician (Early Talent) at Nebius

- **Company:** Nebius
- **Location:** Minnesota, United States
- **Compensation:** $48k–$72k
- **Posted:** 2026-11-06
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-07
- **Apply:** https://careers.nebius.com/?gh_jid=5015607101

## Job description

About Nebius:

Nebius is leading a new era in cloud infrastructure for the global AI economy. We are building a full-stack AI cloud platform that supports developers and enterprises from data and model training through to production deployment, without the cost and complexity of building large in-house AI/ML infrastructure.

Built by engineers, for engineers. From large-scale GPU orchestration to inference optimization, we own the hard problems across compute, storage, networking and applied AI.

Listed on Nasdaq (NBIS) and headquartered in Amsterdam, we have a global footprint with R&D hubs across Europe, the UK, North America and Israel. Our team of 1,500+ includes hundreds of engineers with deep expertise across hardware, software and AI R&D.

## About the role

Duration: 3 months Start date: January 2027 Compensation: Paid Eligibility: Current University student (Computer Science or related field), Recent Graduate or Early Career specialist Work authorization: Permitted to work in the job's location

Program Overview

The Nebius IT Data Center Technician Early Talent program is a structured 3-month work experience designed to introduce early-career candidates to hands-on enterprise data center operations. Early talent participants are embedded on the data center floor as active team members alongside experienced DC Technicians and senior operations staff. Over the program, participants develop foundational technical skills, learn Nebius operational standards and safety procedures, and progress from fully supervised tasks toward working with increasing independence as their competency is demonstrated and validated.

## What You Will Do

As an IT Data Center Technician Early Talent participant, you will work on the data center floor under the direct guidance of an experienced DC Technician. All hands-on work begins under close supervision. As you demonstrate proficiency and adherence to Nebius safety and operational standards, you will progressively take on tasks with greater independence — working toward completing assigned activities with minimal supervision by end of program.

Hardware & Infrastructure

- Learn to identify, handle, and document server components, rack hardware, and data center equipment under direct technician supervision.
- Observe and assist with physical installation, cabling, and labeling of server hardware in rack enclosures under guidance.
- Assist with hardware inventory counts, asset tagging, and equipment tracking tasks as directed.
- Shadow and support technicians during component replacements, hardware decommissions, and equipment staging activities.
- Begin performing basic rack and stack tasks independently once foundational procedures have been trained and validated.

Cabling & Connectivity

- Learn copper and fiber cabling standards, patch cord management, and labeling practices used at Nebius data center sites.
- Assist with cable organization, dressing, and documentation under direct technician guidance.
- Support connectivity checks and basic cable tracing tasks as assigned.

Documentation & Ticketing

- Learn to use Nebius ticketing and asset management systems for logging work, updating hardware records, and tracking assigned tasks.
- Assist with documentation of equipment configurations, cable layouts, and maintenance activities under technician review.
- Begin entering and updating tickets independently for assigned work items once system proficiency is demonstrated.

Safety & Operational Standards

- Complete all required Nebius data center safety training, site access procedures, and equipment handling certifications at program start.
- Follow all safety protocols, access controls, and site procedures at all times while on the data center floor.
- Never work unsupervised on live infrastructure or perform any task outside your validated scope without direct technician authorization.
- Observe and learn Nebius operational standards including shift handoff procedures, escalation practices, and incident documentation.

Learning & Development

- Participate in structured weekly check-ins with your assigned DC Technician mentor to review skill progression and address questions.
- Complete assigned Nebius training modules covering hardware fundamentals, data center operations, and safety throughout the program.
- Shadow senior technicians during escalated incidents, complex deployments, and hardware troubleshooting activities to build technical awareness.
- Actively engage during shadowing activities and take initiative in building your technical knowledge base throughout the 3 months.

Supervision & Progression

Early talent participants begin under close, continuous supervision for all data center floor activities. This is not a desk-based or observation-only role — you are an active participant on the floor from day one. Progression follows a structured competency model:

- Weeks 1–3: Orientation and shadowing. All tasks under direct supervision with step-by-step guidance. Focus on safety, site familiarity, system access, and equipment identification.
- Weeks 4–7: Assisted execution. You perform assigned tasks with your mentor present and reviewing all completed work before sign-off.
- Weeks 8–10: Supervised independence. You complete defined tasks independently within your validated scope, checking in at key milestones. Technician remains nearby and available.
- Weeks 11–12: Demonstrated competency. Qualified participants work with minimal supervision on fully validated tasks; technician oversight maintained for any task outside established scope.

Progression is based on demonstrated proficiency and adherence to Nebius standards — not time served. Participants who complete the program with strong evaluations will be considered for the Nebius early talent pipeline.

Core Physical Requirements

- Ability to stand and remain on your feet for extended periods during active floor operations.
- Ability to safely lift and position equipment up to 50 pounds unassisted; heavier loads with team-lift support.
- Comfortable working at heights including ladders, raised platforms, and elevated data center infrastructure.
- Ability to work in confined spaces such as under raised floors, within rack enclosures, and in cable management pathways.
- Comfortable in environments with variable temperatures including cold aisle containment zones.
- Manual dexterity to handle small form-factor components, precision cabling, and fine connector installations.
- Ability to push or pull equipment carts and server sleds up to 500 pounds on level surfaces.

## Compensation

We offer competitive salaries, ranging from $48k- $72k OTE (On Target Earnings) based on your experience

Key employee benefits in the US:

- Health insurance: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families.
- 401(k) plan: Up to 4% company match with immediate vesting.
- Parental leave: 20 weeks paid for primary caregivers, 12 weeks for secondary caregivers.
- Disability & life insurance: Company-paid short-term, long-term and life insurance coverage.

Pay Transparency

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, the level at which the candidate is hired, and geographic location, consistent with applicable law.

Base Compensation Range $48,000—$72,000 USD

Benefits & Perks:

- Competitive compensation
- Career growth and learning opportunities
- Flexibility and ownership
- Collaborative and innovative culture
- Opportunity to work on impactful AI projects
- International environment and talented teams

What's it like to work at Nebius:

Fast moving - Bold thinking - Constant growth - Meaningful impact - Trust and real ownership - Opportunity to shape the future of AI

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Nebius is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the country in which they apply and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility as a condition of hire.

If you need accommodations during the application process, please let us know.

## About Nebius

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Nebius builds a full-stack AI cloud platform providing GPU-accelerated infrastructure and services for training, fine-tuning, and deploying AI models at scale.
- **Entity Type**: Public (ticker: NBIS on Nasdaq)
- **Headquarters**: Amsterdam, Netherlands
- **Founded**: 2024 (as Nebius Group N.V., the successor to the former Yandex N.V.)
- **Founders**: Arkady Volozh (founder of Yandex)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: AI Cloud Infrastructure & Services (Technology, Information and Internet)
- **Target customers**: AI innovators of all sizes — from startups to research institutes to enterprises — across sectors including healthcare, life sciences, robotics, finance, and entertainment, as well as national AI programs.
- **Mission or purpose statement**: To become one of the world's largest AI infrastructure companies, building the infrastructure for the age of AI.

## Products & Services
- **Nebius AI Cloud**: A full-stack cloud platform offering raw GPU compute, serverless and managed inference, and MLOps tooling. Built on custom hardware with non-virtualized GPUs and InfiniBand networking, designed for high performance and reliability.
- **Nebius Token Factory**: A service for running and managing large-scale inference workloads, including serving open-source and custom models.
- **Nebius Echo**: An AI agent built directly into the Nebius console for operational support.
- **Nebius Agents Blueprint**: An open architecture for building production-ready AI agents.
- **Reference Platform NVIDIA Cloud Partner**: A designation for partners operating large clusters built in coordination with NVIDIA, adhering to a tested and optimized reference architecture.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed in the search results; as a public company (NBIS), market cap fluctuates daily.
- **Key Metric**: Total funding raised: **$10.29 billion** (including a $4.3B post-IPO equity round in March 2026, a $2.8B convertible note in September 2025, and a $1.4B post-IPO equity round in May 2011). Notably, a **$27 billion** long-term AI infrastructure supply agreement with Meta was announced in 2026.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Meta (long-term infrastructure agreement), NVIDIA (Reference Platform Cloud Partner), Bloom Energy (power infrastructure partnership).
- **Growth Signals**: 
    - **Headcount**: 900 employees (+114.9% YoY growth; +8.2% monthly growth).
    - **Active Job Postings**: 145 open roles (Yearly growth: +866.7%).
    - **Key Metrics**: Claims to offer better TCO for fine-tuning and inference vs. AWS; reports a 70% reduction in AI setup pipeline time for a partner (RoboForce); operates with a mean time between failures (MTBF) of 56.6 hours for a 3,000-GPU cluster.
    - **New Initiatives**: Launching the "Nebius Early Talent Program" for early-career engineers; announced an AI factory launch team in Lappeenranta, Finland; acquired Tavily and licensed Clarifai's inference IP.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Custom Hardware**: Non-virtualized GPUs with InfiniBand networking, providing raw, dedicated performance without the overhead of virtualization.
- **Full-Stack, Hyperscaler-Like Platform**: Combines the scale and reliability of a hyperscaler with the performance of a supercomputer, including built-in MLOps tooling.
- **NVIDIA Reference Platform Partner**: A trusted partner with a validated, optimized architecture for large-scale AI workloads.
- **Elasticity**: Offers flexible consumption options from small experiments to global-scale deployments.
- **Deep Engineering Talent**: Built around a core of 500+ AI experts and hundreds of engineers with deep expertise in building world-class tech infrastructure (many from Yandex).

## Strategic Focus
- **Massive Infrastructure Build-Out**: Executing on a multi-billion dollar agreement with Meta and expanding data center capacity in Europe and the US.
- **Power & Energy Partnerships**: Partnering with Bloom Energy to secure reliable, on-site power for AI infrastructure.
- **Product Innovation**: Continuously releasing new products (Echo, Agents Blueprint, Token Factory) to capture more of the AI developer workflow.
- **Talent Acquisition**: Aggressively hiring across engineering, sales, and operations to support hypergrowth, with a dedicated Early Talent Program.
- **Ecosystem Expansion**: Targeting specific verticals like healthcare, life sciences, and robotics with dedicated solutions and partnerships.

## Why Work Here
- **High-Impact Work**: Employees solve some of the hardest technical problems in AI, building infrastructure that powers the next generation of technology.
- **Culture**: Described as fast-moving, with a culture of trust and autonomy. New ideas are encouraged, experimentation is welcomed, and ownership is part of everyday work.
- **Work Model**: Remote-friendly work culture built on trust and autonomy, with flexibility designed around time zones and personal commitments.
- **Compensation**: Top-tier pay and benefits.
- **Development**: Clear development paths to take careers forward, with mentorship from industry experts.
- **Team**: A diverse, multicultural team with hubs across Europe, North America, and the Middle East.
- **Notable Perks**: Thoughtful team gatherings, 24/7 support by default, and access to free white-glove proof-of-concepts.

## Sources
1. [Nebius Official Website](https://nebius.com)
2. [Nebius Careers Page](https://nebius.com/careers)
3. [Nebius LinkedIn Page](https://www.linkedin.com/company/nebius)
4. [Nebius Group LinkedIn Page](https://www.linkedin.com/company/nebius-group)

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