Capacity Engineer - Data Center (DC) (Banking Domain)

Executive Summary

Smart IMS Inc provides Digital technology & Cloud transformation services, Application & Infrastructure Management Services, Unified Communications, and Insurance implementation services to customers across the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific regions.

As the trusted technology and business partner of leading MNCs, including Global Investment Banks, Smart IMS is also a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, Oracle Platinum Partner and AWS MSP Partner.

We currently have an opening for a Capacity Engineer (Data Center) role, to support capacity planning for the Data Center team of our client in Singapore which is a top global investment bank.

Responsibilities:

• Generate weekly reports to analyze DC infrastructure demands in the APAC region.
• Download and analyze the infrastructure demands provided by the Project Manager, and follow up with requestors to rectify them as per the corresponding comments/shortfalls raised.
• Monitor high-risk locations and question discrepancies.
• Assess demands for server additions in data centers, including checking respective data center capacity, tech refresh, installing new servers, and decommissioning old ones.
• Monitor project implementation within designated timelines.
• Track power consumption and physical rack space, including assessing maximum and current capacities for both power and rack space.
• Calculate the record rack space and power consumption values based the demands for each data center location.
• Coordinate equipment placement (EP) to ensure optimal utilization of resources.
• Address defects, ensuring all necessary information, such as justification and associated risks, is provided for approval in each demand.
• Manage decommission reports and ensure accurate data cleanup in the demand central system.
• Generate weekly and monthly reports on data center demands, defects, ad-hoc requests, and project pending fulfillment.
• Compile EP data and convert it into actionable insights for capacity planning.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2-4 years of relevant experience in capacity planning, data center operations, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Proficiency in project management tools and techniques.
• Excellent communication skills for coordinating with various stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Familiarity with data center infrastructure and equipment is preferred.
• Proficient on Excel and Pivots
• Knowledge in PHP scripting language will be an advantage