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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$275K - $300K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead quality and technical governance for mission-critical facilities, ensuring operational readiness and continuous improvement across the facility lifecycle from design to...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Drive project success by leading teams, managing budgets, and ensuring client satisfaction. Oversee all phases of project execution, from planning to closeout, while fostering strong communication and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by managing large-scale data center construction projects. Lead on-site operations, ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, and drive project success through effective...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading large-scale data center construction projects. Oversee all phases from site prep to commissioning, ensuring quality, safety, and adherence to budgets while managing di...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Engage in overseeing large-scale data center construction projects, ensuring compliance with specifications, safety standards, and budgets. Lead teams, manage schedules, and mitigate risks while foste...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $160K *

Transform the future of data center design by leading innovative electrical engineering projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure optimal performance and compliance while driving continuous i...

2 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Optimize project management processes by overseeing the supply chain for owner-furnished equipment across multiple construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while fostering...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of complex construction projects in active data centers, ensuring seamless integration of infrastructure while maintaining operational continuity. Collaborate with diverse teams to deli...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$60K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in GPU computing by developing and implementing automated test plans. Collaborate with engineers to maintain and troubleshoot cutting-edge hardware and software s...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Manage civil site development projects, ensuring design, construction, and project management meet client needs while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams and supporting business development ef...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$138K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining infrastructure management by overseeing data center operations, leading technical teams, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance performance and safety in a global e...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $166K *

Take ownership of critical facility operations, ensuring peak efficiency of electrical, mechanical, and safety systems. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues, implement best practices, and mai...

2 weeks ago

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

$104K - $137K *

Transform AWS data center controls by innovating and optimizing automation systems. Lead project management for BMS and EPMS, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance operational efficiency and ens...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$190K - $215K *

Manage the entire deal process for data center acquisitions, engaging stakeholders, negotiating terms, and driving transactions to closure. Handle multiple deals with precision while optimizing commer...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $150K *

Transform critical infrastructure systems by collaborating with engineers and technicians to optimize Building Management and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems, ensuring reliability and efficiency i...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $140K *

Optimize project delivery by managing critical environment construction schedules, ensuring timely execution and adherence to client vision while mentoring teams and resolving conflicts effectively...

2 days ago

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

$68K - $119K *

Advance critical infrastructure systems by optimizing Building Management and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems. Collaborate with engineers and technicians to enhance reliability and efficiency in d...

1 week ago

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

$86K - $118K *

Empower the future of technology by installing, configuring, and maintaining cutting-edge data center infrastructure while troubleshooting complex systems and collaborating with teams to ensure optima...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $111K *

Unlock your potential by driving innovative interconnection solutions, managing complex projects, and enhancing data center operations. Collaborate with teams to optimize designs and ensure seamless i...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$94K - $111K *

Pioneer innovative interconnection solutions, optimizing cable design and implementation. Collaborate with teams to enhance data center operations and manage complex projects, ensuring high availabili...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$94K - $111K *

Optimize data center interconnection strategies, ensuring seamless design and implementation of cable systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and maintain data integrity acro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$94K - $111K *

Transform the data center landscape by designing and implementing interconnection solutions. Lead projects, optimize cable plant architecture, and integrate advanced management systems while collabora...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$94K - $111K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of data center interconnections. Collaborate with teams to optimize cable plant operations and integrate management systems, ensuring high ava...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$94K - $111K *

Drive the future of data center connectivity by overseeing design, implementation, and management of interconnection technologies. Collaborate with teams to ensure optimal performance and integration...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$94K - $111K *

Join a team that designs and implements cutting-edge data center interconnections, ensuring optimized cable layouts and seamless workflows. Drive technical advancements in a collaborative environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.