Infrastructure Engineer (Server & Network Setup)
StackAdroit · Remote (United States)
- Remote
- Contract
- Mid level
About the role
This is a remote position.
StackAdroitLLP is building a private, production-grade server infrastructure similar to dedicated cloud providers like AWS andDigitalOcean.We’relooking for a skilledInfrastructure Engineerto architect and set up a fully self-hosted environment using Dell servers, enterprise-grade storage, and internal networking hardware.
You’lllead the buildout of the physical and network layer of our custom server stack.
Responsibilities
- Configure and deployDell PowerEdge R760 servers(BIOS, RAID, firmware, iDRAC)
- Set up server storage (NVMeRAID, ZFS, BOSS boot)
- Configure patch panels, switches, VLANs, and internal network cabling
- Deploy and secure Linux-based OS (Ubuntu,Proxmox, or RHEL)
- Optimizeserver performance (thermal, power, fan tuning)
- Set up internal firewalls (pfSense/OPNsense), VPN, and VLAN segmentation
- Collaborate with DevOps for container/Docker/Kubernetes readiness
- Document all configurations and provide best practice recommendations
Requirements
Required Skills
- Proven experience withDell enterprise hardware(R750/R760 preferred)
- Deep knowledge ofRAID, SSD/NVMe, BOSS controllers
- Strong Linux system administration (Ubuntu/Debian or RHEL)
- Networking: VLANs, LAG, IP planning, switch/firewallconfig
- Experience with patch panels, rack layouts, cable management
- Familiarity withpfSense, Unifi, or managed L2/L3 switches
- Understanding of enterprise server monitoring and power design
Bonus Skills (Nice to Have)
- Hands-on experience withProxmox, ZFS, orTrueNAS
- Experience setting up Docker,Portainer, or K3s (with DevOps team)
- Familiarity with Cloudflare, NGINX,WireGuard
- Understanding of data center airflow/power planning
Engagement Details
- Project-based with potential for long-term support
- Hybrid (remote with in-person setup if local)
- Must be available for consultation, hardware selection input, and live configuration sessions
Benefits
Why Join Us?
- Exciting opportunity to build amini data centerfrom scratch
- Work with a highly technical founder on a real-world infrastructure stack
- Flexible schedule and potential for ongoing infrastructure work
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