Data Center Engineer Jobs

Discover Data Center Engineer jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more on Ladders. Data center engineers help design, build, operate, and improve the facilities and infrastructure that keep digital services running. Browse vetted opportunities and find roles that align with your technical expertise and career goals.

What Does a Data Center Engineer Do?

Data Center Engineers support the reliable operation of critical computing environments. Depending on the role, they may plan facility capacity, oversee power and cooling systems, maintain servers and network equipment, monitor performance, and coordinate deployments or upgrades. They also help troubleshoot incidents, document procedures, and collaborate with operations, security, facilities, and engineering teams.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience with data center operations, hardware, networking, systems administration, or facilities engineering. Useful knowledge may include power distribution, UPS and generator systems, HVAC and cooling, cabling, monitoring tools, and incident management. Communication, careful documentation, safety awareness, and the ability to solve problems under pressure are valuable across many positions. Requirements vary by employer and specialization.

Data Center Engineer Career Paths

Data center engineers can specialize in areas such as facilities, critical infrastructure, network operations, hardware, capacity planning, or data center design. With experience, professionals may advance into senior engineering, site operations leadership, infrastructure architecture, or program management roles. Certifications and hands-on experience with relevant technologies can support career development.

Find Data Center Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Explore Data Center Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where you can search vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more. Compare roles by specialization, location, and experience level, then identify openings that fit your background and next career move.

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$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing datacenter operations and reliability. In this hands-on role, you'll bridge physical and cloud-native systems, ensuring optimal performance across global envi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Optimize operations at a large data center by leading a skilled engineering team, ensuring safety, efficiency, and 100% uptime while managing performance, training, and incident response in a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$146K - $306K *

Transform power generation systems by providing technical leadership in design, installation, and operational readiness for mission-critical data centers. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure reli...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$76K - $116K *

Help us manage complex data center projects by overseeing coordination, fiscal outcomes, and technical quality from inception to closeout. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure successful proje...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Transform large-scale construction projects by managing stakeholders, ensuring compliance, and delivering exceptional service. Collaborate with teams to track milestones, optimize processes, and enhan...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Engineer reliable cloud infrastructure while shaping our team culture. Design, build, and scale services on AWS, enhance observability, and improve developer experience on a small, agile team focused...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $91K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining mission-critical data center operations. As a Site Engineer II, you'll ensure optimal performance of electrical and mechanical systems, contributing to 24/7...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Drive network excellence by deploying, configuring, and testing infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to activate services, manage timelines, and troubleshoot issues, ensuring seamless connectivity a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $110K *

Empower field construction success by leading large teams to deliver critical data center projects on time and to specification. Drive safety, quality, and milestone adherence in high-stakes environme...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $166K *

Lead critical infrastructure projects in data centers, optimizing space, power, and cooling. Oversee multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring project execution aligns with strategic goals while innovating s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Champion safety and excellence in a groundbreaking data center project, overseeing compliance and operational standards while driving innovation and risk mitigation across all construction phases...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage in large-scale data center construction projects, leading teams to ensure safety, quality, and timely delivery. Drive execution, manage resources, and foster collaboration to exceed client expe...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale hyperscale data center projects, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery. Collaborate across teams to drive execution, align resources, and maintain compl...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform the future of data center construction by leading large-scale projects across the U.S. Oversee all phases, mentor teams, and ensure quality and safety standards while driving projects to suc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join us to lead hyperscale data center construction projects across the U.S. Oversee all phases, manage teams, ensure quality and safety, and drive projects to completion on time and within budget whi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive the successful execution of hyperscale data center construction projects, overseeing all phases from mobilization to completion. Lead and mentor teams, ensuring adherence to safety and quality s...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the execution of hyperscale data center construction projects across multiple sites. Oversee all phases, manage teams, ensure quality and safety compliance, and drive projects to completion on ti...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion growth in data center construction management by leading fit-out projects, ensuring quality control, and coordinating with trades to maintain schedules while delivering mission-critical infra...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to innovative land development projects by analyzing data, collaborating with clients, and ensuring project compliance. Engage with cutting-edge technologies to drive efficient design and c...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Deliver innovative engineering solutions for land development projects, guiding clients through the design and construction process while ensuring compliance with industry standards and project specif...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$77K - $133K *

Help us enhance data center operations by supporting the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of critical infrastructure and monitoring systems. Collaborate with customers and teams to ensure...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$102K - $153K *

Manage complex hyperscale data center projects, leading design coordination, contract administration, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful execution and delivery across various locations...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$102K - $153K *

Transform complex design and construction projects by leading multidisciplinary teams, managing scope, schedule, and budget for hyperscale data centers. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure mission...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$102K - $153K *

Lead the charge in managing design and construction of hyperscale data centers. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful project execution, from planning to risk management, optimizing deliv...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$102K - $153K *

Lead the charge in managing design and construction for large-scale data center projects, ensuring successful completion through effective stakeholder engagement and meticulous project oversight acros...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Data Center Engineer do?question toggle

    A Data Center Engineer helps design, maintain, and improve data center infrastructure. Responsibilities may include supporting servers and networks, monitoring facility systems, troubleshooting issues, planning capacity, and coordinating equipment installations or upgrades.

  • What qualifications are needed for Data Center Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly value experience in data center operations, IT infrastructure, networking, systems administration, or facilities engineering. Knowledge of power and cooling systems, hardware, monitoring, and incident response may also be useful.

  • How much do Data Center Engineers earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on factors such as location, experience, specialization, and employer. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, so explore current listings to review compensation details.

  • What career paths are available for Data Center Engineers?question toggle

    Career paths may include specialization in facilities, critical infrastructure, networking, hardware, capacity planning, or design. Experienced engineers may move into senior engineering, operations leadership, architecture, or program management.

  • Where can I find Data Center Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Data Center Engineer listings on Ladders to find vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.