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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$88K - $105K *

Lead commissioning activities for critical projects and collaborate closely with internal teams and trade partners to ensure seamless execution and compliance across all phases of construction...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $323K *

Lead medium to large data center development projects, ensuring performance, quality, and client satisfaction by managing resources, risks, and deliverables across multi-discipline teams and phases fr...

4 weeks ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of AI by building innovative solutions for robotics, AV, and healthcare. Drive end-to-end product development, collaborating with customers to solve complex challenges in data annotat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the evolution of IT infrastructure by managing Microsoft 365, enhancing cybersecurity, and optimizing network systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure operational resilience and support busines...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $140K *

Support the growth of Data Center projects by managing engineering designs, analyzing site conditions, and ensuring project feasibility through effective collaboration and documentation throughout all...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative cloud networking solutions by designing secure, resilient architectures that integrate private and public cloud environments, ensuring seamless connectivity and adherence to Zero T...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $127K *

Elevate your career by ensuring operational integrity and compliance in data center systems. Collaborate with teams to maximize uptime, troubleshoot issues, and implement cost-effective solutions in a...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$68K - $127K *

Join a dynamic team as a Data Center Technician, ensuring operational integrity and compliance of critical systems. Drive efficiency and minimize costs while maintaining high standards of service and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $217K *

Lead strategic negotiations for data center colocation and energy contracts, driving cost-effective solutions and supporting infrastructure growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance G...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $200K *

Optimize data center operations by leading a technical team, ensuring quality installations, and driving compliance with security and operational procedures to meet organizational goals and service le...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $210K *

Empower a dynamic team as a Senior Manager, leading data center electrical design while influencing strategy and delivering innovative data center infrastructure solutions across multiple projects...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $210K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic data center electrical design team. Enhance project strategy, design, and deployment, ensuring excellence in performance while collaborating across functions t...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $210K *

Champion the strategic vision and deployment of data center electrical design, leading a skilled team to deliver high-quality infrastructure solutions while collaborating with key stakeholders to ensu...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $220K *

Drive innovation in electrical engineering for hyperscale data centers. Lead design activities, manage project teams, and ensure quality assurance while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver resi...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading structural design and analysis for Mission Critical/Data Centers. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure project delivery meets quali...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Empower your career by leading structural design and analysis for Mission Critical/Data Centers. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure project success from conc...

2 weeks ago

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

$118K - $210K *

Unlock your potential by leading complex data center projects, driving business growth, and managing key client relationships. Collaborate across teams to ensure project success while fostering a cult...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$163K - $236K *

Shape and lead complex, multi-disciplinary data center programs from design to execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize physical layouts, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $225K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring 24/7 operations of critical data centers. Lead engineering and operations teams to optimize infrastructure, enhance reliability, and modernize systems, all whi...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $155K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data center infrastructure. Leverage your expertise in electrical and mechanical systems to enhance operational efficiency and reliability while driving sustai...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $155K *

Transform data center operations by leading infrastructure analysis and strategy development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reliability, efficiency, and sustainability in mission...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career with us by managing corporate accounts in the Data Center industry. Collaborate with internal teams to drive strategic sales initiatives while building relationships that foster long...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower project success by leading teams, managing budgets, and ensuring timely completion. Utilize strong communication and organizational skills to foster client relationships and oversee all aspect...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive the future of data center development by leading projects from planning to execution. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and operational excellenc...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $250K *

Optimize data center MEP systems by leading design, commissioning, and performance improvement initiatives for cutting-edge cooling and electrical infrastructure in mission-critical environments...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.