Senior Manager, Datacenter Engineering

DigitalOcean

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

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

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and developing engineering standards for AI/GPU data centers, with a strong focus on infrastructure reliability and compliance. Proven ability to manage vendor relationships and drive engineering corrective actions effectively.

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Mission-Critical EngineeringData Center InfrastructureLiquid Cooling SystemsRoot-Cause AnalysisEngineering Standards Development

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Hard Skills

Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringControls/AutomationTechnical DocumentationEngineering Due DiligencePower DistributionUPS SystemsGeneratorsSwitchgearCompliance Review

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipTalent DevelopmentVendor ManagementCollaborationProblem-Solving

Industry Keywords

Data CenterColocationBuild-To-Suit FacilitiesEHS ComplianceNFPA 70ESafety Codes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and grow a multidisciplinary team covering electrical, mechanical, controls/automation, and data center infrastructure engineering and construction
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 unresolved infrastructure issues
Provide engineering due diligence on new colocation and build-to-suit facilities
Own vendor and OEM infrastructure engineering relationships and drive root-cause engagements
Lead or sponsor root-cause analysis and own engineering corrective actions through verified completion
Own infrastructure specifications, technical documentation, and change governance
Partner with Site Operations, Deployment, Construction, and Design organizations
Track and report infrastructure reliability metrics and prioritize engineering investment
Lead compliance review of infrastructure standards with Legal and EHS
Build and maintain audits of existing sites against engineering standards and prioritize remediation
Manage outsourced engineering talent
Develop engineering and construction talent and build succession plans

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 experience managing outsourced engineering teams
Deep hands-on experience with liquid cooling systems, UPS, generators, switchgear, and controls/automation platforms
Experience running or directly supporting root-cause analysis with OEMs on infrastructure component failures
Working knowledge of relevant electrical, mechanical, and safety codes, including NFPA 70E and local electrical code
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 that scale across multiple sites
Ability to travel 20–30% for new-site due diligence, commissioning support, and vendor/OEM engineering reviews

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus plan eligibility
Potential new hire equity grant
Equity compensation may include Employee Stock Purchase Program participation in participating countries
Reimbursement for relevant conferences, training, and education, subject to company policy
Flexible time off
Local team meetups
Mental health and well-being support