Rack Integration Operations Engineer

Cloudflare

. Review and validate complex bills of materials before release to integration partners .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing hardware vendor relationships and evaluating technical specifications for data center infrastructure. Proficient in using AI tools for workflow automation and experienced in tracking operational workflows in Jira.

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BOM ValidationAI Workflow AutomationJira Project ManagementData Center InfrastructureERP Systems Management

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Hard Skills

Python ScriptingGoogle Apps ScriptBuild Compliance EvaluationRoot-Cause AnalysisKPI TrackingLogistics ManagementSpecification EvaluationQuality TrackingDemand ForecastingAutomation Script Development

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCollaboration Across Teams

Tools & Technologies

JiraOracle ERP CloudSAPNetSuiteAI ToolsLLM Prompt Engineering

Industry Keywords

Hardware Vendor ManagementContract ManufacturingData Center Infrastructure HardwareSupply Chain OperationsLogistics Operations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudERPOracleOracle ERPPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review and validate complex bills of materials before release to integration partners
Identify part substitutions, specification mismatches, and potential build blockers
Partner with hardware design engineers to resolve design change requests and BOM discrepancies
Evaluate build compliance against Cloudflare specifications across rack-level power, networking, server, and firmware architectures
Support demand forecasting and materials planning for rack build programs
Oversee inbound and outbound logistics for components and finished racks through final shipment
Serve as operational point of contact for external hardware integration partners on build progress, scheduling, and issue resolution
Contribute to vendor scorecards and KPI tracking for build quality, delivery, and cost efficiency
Lead root-cause analyses for recurring defects
Track hardware build cycles in Jira, including documentation, status check-ins, and project closeouts
Identify manual workflows and use AI tools and LLM prompt engineering to automate them
Analyze spend, build timelines, and quality trends using AI-assisted tools
Develop, document, and maintain lightweight automation scripts and workflows

Requirements

What you’ll need

Professional background managing hardware vendor or contract manufacturing (EMS/ODM) relationships, including BOM validation, quality tracking, and schedule management
Practical ability to evaluate rack-level technical specifications covering power distribution, networking, server hardware, and firmware
Hands-on experience managing operational workflows in Jira, including tracking and reporting team KPIs and SLAs
Practical experience using AI tools or LLMs to automate workflows, optimize reporting, or perform data analysis
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience working across engineering, procurement, supply chain, and external partner teams
Background in data center infrastructure hardware such as servers, network switches, rPDUs, or enterprise cabling
Experience writing lightweight scripts using Python, Google Apps Script, or similar tools paired with AI developer tools
Familiarity with global hardware supply chain and logistics operations
Experience with Oracle ERP Cloud, SAP, NetSuite, or comparable ERP platforms, particularly for BOM management, purchase orders, and materials tracking
Offer may be conditioned on authorization to receive technology controlled under U.S. export laws without sponsorship for an export license

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to work on Cloudflare’s global network and mission to build a better Internet
Applicants progressing to the offer stage may attend an in-person interview at a Cloudflare office or hub