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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$111K - $136K *

Pioneer a robust hybrid network infrastructure, ensuring security and reliability across diverse environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement cutting-edge technologies and drive...

1 week ago

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

$71K - $107K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of systems engineering, leveraging technical expertise to enhance manufacturing processes, drive loss elimination, and build team capabilities through hands-on lea...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$135K - $165K *

Deliver innovative data solutions by developing secure data pipelines and ETL workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to process diverse datasets using advanced technologies, ensuring high...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional IT support. In this hybrid role, you'll provide onsite and remote assistance to clients, ensuring seamless communication and high-quality service...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as a System Integration Engineer, ensuring seamless software implementations and technical support for monitoring solutions while enhancing project efficiency through collaboration...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead and manage design, preconstruction, and construction activities across multiple data center projects, ensuring adherence to budgets, schedules, and quality standards. Collaborate closely with cro...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Elevate operational efficiency by architecting robust systems for real-time telemetry, automated repairs, and hardware qualification, ensuring seamless integration across production environments and e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $285K *

Elevate cloud solutions engineering by designing and building a robust platform that streamlines multi-cloud operations, enhances security, and drives developer productivity while collaborating across...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$83K - $135K *

Lead the charge in delivering expert technical leadership for complex power systems. Oversee startup, commissioning, and maintenance of advanced switchgear and controls, while mentoring junior enginee...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $135K *

Unlock potential by leading complex field assignments in mission-critical power applications. Drive technical excellence in startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting of advanced switchgear and contr...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Engage in the design of advanced HVAC and cooling systems for mission-critical facilities. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance with industry standar...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by designing innovative HVAC and cooling systems for mission-critical facilities. Collaborate with diverse teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure project success through effect...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $120K *

Transform critical facility operations by leading a team to ensure optimal performance of data center infrastructure. Drive excellence through mentorship, client engagement, and operational accountabi...

5 days ago

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

$120K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing the global commissioning lifecycle for projects, ensuring quality and timely turnover. Collaborate with teams to enforce standards, oversee testing, and drive successful pr...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $122K *

Join us as a Mechanical Subject Matter Expert, leading HVAC and mechanical systems in hyperscale data centers. Drive innovation, optimize performance, and ensure compliance while mentoring teams and e...

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

$110K - $120K *

Transform critical facility operations by leading a team to ensure optimal performance of infrastructure systems. Drive excellence in maintenance, client relations, and safety while fostering a cultur...

4 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence in mission-critical facilities, leading teams to ensure reliable performance of infrastructure systems. Foster client relationships, manage risks, and promote a culture of...

5 days ago

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

$120K - $157K *

Advance your career by managing electrical and mechanical systems in mission-critical environments. Oversee operations to ensure reliability, maintain SLAs, and lead a dedicated team while minimizing...

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by leading EHSS initiatives in data center operations. Collaborate with teams to ensure safety compliance, conduct audits, and foster a proactive safety culture across multiple p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $100K *

Develop and enhance automated provisioning systems to efficiently onboard high volumes of servers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration and process optimization, direct...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Partner with us to manage land development projects for data centers, guiding teams through site assessments, planning, and construction while ensuring adherence to schedules and budgets for successfu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $140K *

Lead the charge in planning and executing large-scale data center construction projects, ensuring timely completion within budget and scope while coordinating with diverse stakeholders to mitigate ris...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Lead the charge in managing and optimizing our network and data center infrastructure. Oversee technical teams, ensure reliability and security, and drive strategic initiatives to enhance performance...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $140K *

Drive the success of critical construction projects by managing teams, budgets, and schedules. Leverage your expertise in project management to ensure timely delivery and client satisfaction while fos...

5 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Contribute to high-performance computing sustainment by managing multi-vendor servers and clusters. Engage in system administration, troubleshooting, and optimization while collaborating with skilled...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.