About The RoleAt Cerebras, we build systems that redefine the scale of compute. That ambition extends beyond silicon into the infrastructure that powers it.
We are looking for a Director / Sr. Director of Critical Facility Operations to lead the environments that enable next-generation AI workloads. This leader will own availability, operational integrity, and performance across a colocation-driven data center footprint-ensuring our infrastructure operates with precision, predictability, and zero room for error.
This is not a traditional facilities role. You will operate at the intersection of mission-critical engineering, vendor orchestration, and operational excellence, building systems and teams that can scale with the most demanding compute environments in the world.
Responsibilities- Drive a no-downtime operating model across all facilities
- Own uptime performance end-to-end including incident response and RCA
- Build a culture where failures are analyzed and not repeated
Vendor & Colocation
- Architect and run a high-discipline vendor operating model
- Convert vendor relationships into measurable systems
- Lead deep operational reviews and enforce accountability
Contracts
- Align SLAs, incentives, and performance
- Eliminate ambiguity in ownership and response
Safety
- Build a zero-incident safety culture
- Ensure rigor in high-risk procedures
Maintenance
- Transform preventive maintenance into failure prevention
- Implement predictive strategies where possible
Operations
- Standardize SOPs, MOPs, and EOPs
- Build a high-signal operating rhythm
- Benchmark against hyperscale operators
Leadership
- Build high-performing, high-agency teams
- Drive ownership, speed, and technical excellence
Scaling
- Ensure operational readiness for new builds
- Influence design and site strategy
Skills & Qualifications- 12-15+ years in mission-critical facilities or data center operations
- Experience managing multi-site, vendor-heavy environments
- Strong expertise in electrical and mechanical systems
- Proven track record in improving uptime and performance
Success Metrics
- Availability and SLA performance
- Incident reduction and MTTR improvement
- Vendor performance and accountability
- Safety metrics
- Maintenance quality and execution
