Senior Manager, Datacenter Engineering

DigitalOcean

. Lead and grow a multidisciplinary electrical, mechanical, controls/automation, infrastructure engineering, and construction team .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $156,800 - $196,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading multidisciplinary engineering teams focused on data center infrastructure, including the development of engineering standards and compliance with safety codes. Proven ability to manage vendor relationships and drive root-cause analyses to enhance operational reliability.

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Mission-Critical Engineering ExperienceLeadership in Engineering TeamsLiquid Cooling Systems ExpertiseRoot-Cause Analysis SkillsCompliance Review Experience

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Hard Skills

Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringControls/AutomationLiquid Cooling SystemsUPS SystemsGeneratorsSwitchgearTechnical Due DiligenceEngineering Standards DevelopmentRoot-Cause Analysis

Soft Skills

Team DevelopmentVendor ManagementCommunicationProblem-SolvingCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Data Center InfrastructureNFPA 70ELocal Electrical CodeSafety CodesColocation FacilitiesBuild-to-Suit FacilitiesEngineering SpecificationsChange GovernanceAudit ProcessEHS Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and grow a multidisciplinary electrical, mechanical, controls/automation, infrastructure engineering, and construction team
Develop and own engineering standards and specifications for AI/GPU data centers, including liquid cooling, power distribution, and controls/automation
Serve as technical authority and final engineering escalation point for infrastructure issues
Provide engineering due diligence on new colocation and build-to-suit facilities
Manage vendor and OEM infrastructure engineering relationships and drive root-cause engagements
Lead or sponsor root-cause analyses and own corrective actions through verified completion
Own infrastructure specifications, technical documentation, and change governance
Partner with Site Operations, Deployment, Construction, and Design organizations
Track infrastructure reliability metrics and prioritize engineering investment
Lead compliance reviews against applicable codes and safety requirements
Build an audit process for existing sites and prioritize remediation
Manage outsourced engineering talent
Develop engineering talent and build succession plans
Report to the VP of Data Center Operations & Engineering

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or related Engineering discipline, or equivalent practical experience
10+ years in mission-critical engineering, including direct experience with data center infrastructure
5+ years leading engineering teams, including hiring, developing, and retaining senior technical talent
5+ years managing outsourced engineering teams
Deep hands-on experience with liquid cooling systems, UPS, generators, switchgear, and controls/automation platforms
Experience with root-cause analysis involving OEMs on infrastructure component failures
Working knowledge of NFPA 70E, local electrical code, and relevant mechanical and safety codes
Experience partnering with Legal/EHS on compliance reviews
Experience conducting technical due diligence on colocation or build-to-suit data center facilities
Track record of building engineering standards across multiple sites
Ability to travel 20–30%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus plan eligibility
Potential new hire equity grant
Employee Stock Purchase Program in participating countries
Reimbursement for relevant conferences, training, and education
Flexible time off
Local team meetups
Mental health and well-being support
Professional development resources
Remote work