Data Center Administrator II

Data Center Administrator II

Expedia Group brands power global travel for everyone, everywhere. We design cutting-edge tech to make travel smoother and more memorable, and we create groundbreaking solutions for our partners. Our diverse, vibrant, and welcoming community is essential in driving our success.

To shape the future of travel, people must come first. Guided by our Values and Leadership Agreements, we foster an open culture where everyone belongs, differences are celebrated and know that when one of us wins, we all win.

We provide a full benefits package, including exciting travel perks, generous time-off, parental leave, a flexible work model, and career development resources, all to fuel our employees' passion for travel and ensure a rewarding career journey. We're building a more open world. Join us.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Data Center Administrator to manage and maintain our mission-critical infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in server hardware, networking, and systems administration, with a proactive approach to monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing data center operations. This role requires a commitment to uptime, security, and efficiency, as well as the ability to collaborate across technical teams in a fast-paced environment.

In this role, you will :

• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot servers, storage, network equipment, and facility infrastructure (e.g., power, cooling, HVAC, UPS, PDUs).
• Install, rack, cable, and decommission hardware including servers, network devices, and related infrastructure.
• Perform diagnostics, hardware repairs, and preventative maintenance to ensure uptime and performance.
• Maintain accurate inventory, documentation, and CMDB records of data center assets.
• Coordinate with IT, network, and security teams to support operational needs and ensure compliance with internal policies and external standards (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001).
• Manage incidents and tickets, perform routine checks, and provide timely updates.
• Support live troubleshooting at the OS level and manage small projects related to server and infrastructure changes.
• Develop and maintain scripts to automate tasks and improve operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with vendors for equipment repairs, replacements, and warranty claims.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and process manuals.

Experience and qualifications :

Expedia Group is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to support employees and their families, including medical / dental / vision, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program. To fuel each employee's passion for travel, we offer a wellness & travel reimbursement, travel discounts, and an International Airlines Travel Agent (IATAN) membership.

The total cash range for this position in Austin is $87,000 to $121,500. Employees in this role have the potential to increase their pay up to $139,000, which is the top of the range, based on ongoing, demonstrated, and sustained performance in the role.

The total cash range for this position in Chicago is $81,000 to $113,500. Employees in this role have the potential to increase their pay up to $129,500, which is the top of the range, based on ongoing, demonstrated, and sustained performance in the role.

Starting pay for this role will vary based on multiple factors, including location, available budget, and an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience. Pay ranges may be modified in the future.

Expedia is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify.