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Systems Engineer ( Data Center)
@ Calian in Space & Technology
Ottawa, Ontario
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Overview
Calian in Space & Technology is hiring a full-time Systems Engineer (Data Center) to design data center technology solutions for customers. The role supports pre-sales, solution design, customer presentations and technical evaluations across networking, security, compute and storage. Salary is $130,000-$165,000 base plus a commission plan.
Responsibilities:
- Design technology solutions for customer business objectives
- Support pre-sales engagements and customer technical discussions
- Produce architecture diagrams, configurations and implementation guidance
- Create Bills of Materials and Statements of Work
- Participate in technical evaluations and lab activities
Requirements summary:
- 6+ years data center or infrastructure engineering experience
- Pre-sales solution design expertise
- Experience with networking, security, storage and virtualization
- Hands-on deployment and integration of enterprise infrastructure
- Eligible to work for any U.S. employer without sponsorship
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- 2026-11-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Sales |
| Experience | 6+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Computer Science, Information Systems |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Flexible hours, Retirement plan, Stock or equity, Wellness |
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Calian in Space & Technology
Job description
About Calian
At Calian, we help organizations overcome obstacles, manage risks, and drive progress. Since 1982, we’ve grown from a small consulting firm into a trusted global company across defence, space, health, nuclear energy, public safety, and government.
We create innovative solutions that tackle complex challenges and help organizations and communities stay resilient, informed, and connected. If you’re driven by purpose and energized by solving real-world challenges, we want you on our team.
Job Type: Full Time
Position Overview
We are looking for a Systems Engineer (Data Center) who will use their expertise in enterprise infrastructure and data center technologies to help solve complex business challenges. In this role, you will partner with customers, Account Executives, IT professionals, and internal stakeholders to design and recommend technology solutions that align with customer objectives.
You will support pre-sales engagements, solution design activities, customer discussions, and technical evaluations while helping customers modernize and optimize their infrastructure environments. This role is ideal for a hands-on infrastructure professional who understands how networking, security, compute, storage, and related technologies work together within a data center environment.
Responsibilities
Work with Sales to develop customer relationships and support the sales process through technical expertise
Define and design technology solutions that help customers achieve their business objectives
Create and deliver customer-facing presentations and technical discussions
Partner with customers to understand technical and business challenges and recommend appropriate solutions
Collaborate with Sales, technology partners, and customers to ensure a seamless transition from solution design to implementation and support
Provide detailed solution design documentation, including architecture diagrams, configurations, and implementation guidance
Produce accurate Bills of Materials and Statements of Work
Participate in technical evaluations, lab activities, product learning, and ongoing training
Support solution development across infrastructure domains including networking, security, compute, storage, and related data center technologies
Perform other duties as required within the context of the role
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field preferred, or equivalent work experience
6+ years of data center architecture, systems engineering, infrastructure engineering, or related experience
Experience working with one or more areas of data center infrastructure such as compute, storage, networking, security, servers, applications, cabling, or related services
Knowledge and experience designing and implementing solutions involving cybersecurity, virtualization, compute, private data centers, networking, storage, replication, authentication, routing and switching, network access control, and load balancing technologies
Proven pre-sales solution design expertise
Experience in systems analysis and design with a strong understanding of development, quality assurance, and integration methodologies
Strong technical expertise combined with business and customer-facing communication skills
Ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to collaborate as part of a team and deliver exceptional customer outcomes in a fast-paced environment
Strong learning aptitude with the ability to quickly develop expertise across a broad portfolio of technologies
Experience creating architecture diagrams and explaining how infrastructure components interact to solve customer challenges
Must be eligible to work for any U.S. employer without the need for sponsorship now or in the future
Additional Requirements
Hands-on experience deploying, configuring, integrating, or supporting enterprise infrastructure technologies
Comfortable working with physical infrastructure, including servers, networking equipment, storage systems, and related hardware when required
Experience In a Value-Added Reseller (VAR) Environment Preferred
Experience with enterprise infrastructure vendors and technologies such as Cisco, Dell, NetApp, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or similar solutions is considered an asset
Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
Compensation
$130,000-$165,000 base salary plus a commission plan
Position Type
We have 1 available position.
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AI Usage Disclosure
At Calian, we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen or evaluate candidates. AI tools may support backend administrative tasks, but they do not influence hiring decisions. All evaluations and decisions are made by real people on our recruitment team and hiring managers. All applicants are reviewed and only those chosen for an interview will be contacted by our recruiting team.
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At Calian, we help organizations overcome obstacles, manage risks, and drive progress. Since 1982, we’ve grown from a small consulting firm into a trusted global company across defence, space, health, nuclear energy, public safety, and government.
We create innovative solutions that tackle complex challenges and help organizations and communities stay resilient, informed, and connected. If you’re driven by purpose and energized by solving real-world challenges, we want you on our team.
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Position Overview
We are looking for a Systems Engineer (Data Center) who will use their expertise in enterprise infrastructure and data center technologies to help solve complex business challenges. In this role, you will partner with customers, Account Executives, IT professionals, and internal stakeholders to design and recommend technology solutions that align with customer objectives.
You will support pre-sales engagements, solution design activities, customer discussions, and technical evaluations while helping customers modernize and optimize their infrastructure environments. This role is ideal for a hands-on infrastructure professional who understands how networking, security, compute, storage, and related technologies work together within a data center environment.
Responsibilities
Work with Sales to develop customer relationships and support the sales process through technical expertise
Define and design technology solutions that help customers achieve their business objectives
Create and deliver customer-facing presentations and technical discussions
Partner with customers to understand technical and business challenges and recommend appropriate solutions
Collaborate with Sales, technology partners, and customers to ensure a seamless transition from solution design to implementation and support
Provide detailed solution design documentation, including architecture diagrams, configurations, and implementation guidance
Produce accurate Bills of Materials and Statements of Work
Participate in technical evaluations, lab activities, product learning, and ongoing training
Support solution development across infrastructure domains including networking, security, compute, storage, and related data center technologies
Perform other duties as required within the context of the role
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field preferred, or equivalent work experience
6+ years of data center architecture, systems engineering, infrastructure engineering, or related experience
Experience working with one or more areas of data center infrastructure such as compute, storage, networking, security, servers, applications, cabling, or related services
Knowledge and experience designing and implementing solutions involving cybersecurity, virtualization, compute, private data centers, networking, storage, replication, authentication, routing and switching, network access control, and load balancing technologies
Proven pre-sales solution design expertise
Experience in systems analysis and design with a strong understanding of development, quality assurance, and integration methodologies
Strong technical expertise combined with business and customer-facing communication skills
Ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to collaborate as part of a team and deliver exceptional customer outcomes in a fast-paced environment
Strong learning aptitude with the ability to quickly develop expertise across a broad portfolio of technologies
Experience creating architecture diagrams and explaining how infrastructure components interact to solve customer challenges
Must be eligible to work for any U.S. employer without the need for sponsorship now or in the future
Additional Requirements
Hands-on experience deploying, configuring, integrating, or supporting enterprise infrastructure technologies
Comfortable working with physical infrastructure, including servers, networking equipment, storage systems, and related hardware when required
Experience In a Value-Added Reseller (VAR) Environment Preferred
Experience with enterprise infrastructure vendors and technologies such as Cisco, Dell, NetApp, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or similar solutions is considered an asset
Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
Compensation
$130,000-$165,000 base salary plus a commission plan
Position Type
We have 1 available position.
# #SF#
AI Usage Disclosure
At Calian, we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen or evaluate candidates. AI tools may support backend administrative tasks, but they do not influence hiring decisions. All evaluations and decisions are made by real people on our recruitment team and hiring managers. All applicants are reviewed and only those chosen for an interview will be contacted by our recruiting team.
How we hire
- Our hiring process is designed to help us get to know you and discover if you are the best fit for our team. It's also an opportunity for you to gauge if a role at Calian is the right fit for you.
- Our commitment to diverse, yet highly specialized solutions require many different skills and abilities. We look for the best talent that can contribute to Calian’s success as well as enhance our culture. We encourage you to apply to a role or join our talent community and sign up for job alerts that match your area of expertise and what you are looking for in your next opportunity.
- We give the same time and consideration to everyone who applies. Here are a few things you can do to ensure your application shines:
- Do your research on Calian, the department, and team you are looking to join
- Add a cover letter that explains why you are a good fit for this position
- Share a portfolio, personal websites, or links to your professional social media
- In your CV, highlight your key achievements - this is your time to brag
- Include dates! Share the timeline of your experience
- Stand out by tailoring your resume to each position you apply to
- Only apply to roles you’re genuinely interested in and that align to your experience
- Be prepared! Do your research on Calian, the department, and team you are looking to join
- View the responsibilities for the role and find examples that demonstrate how you’ve completed these in your previous work experience
- Prepare a list of questions to ask us
- Dress business casual for your interview (virtual and in person)
- We assess your skills and fit, you assess our fit for you
- We keep you updated and share expectations as we make progress in the recruiting cycle
- Feel free to reach out to your Talent Acquisition Specialist at any time during the hiring process
- Competitive, company-paid benefits
- Generous time off package
- Stock purchase plan
- RRSP program
- Flexible work hours for eligible roles
- Programs to support employee health and well-being
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