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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$110K - $130K *

Innovate your career by designing and supporting advanced data center networking solutions, focusing on EVPN-VXLAN architecture and Juniper switching technologies in a dynamic enterprise environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by managing complex data center projects from concept to construction. Oversee site selection, community engagement, and permitting processes while ensuring timely and budget-complian...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$114K - $180K *

Transform infrastructure design by leading complex data center initiatives, driving technical standards, and mentoring teams. Collaborate across functions to enhance operational excellence and innovat...

Tennessee, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $180K *

Shape the future of data center design by leading complex infrastructure initiatives, enforcing engineering standards, and mentoring teams to drive innovation and operational excellence across multipl...

Tennessee, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $180K *

Shape the future of data center design by leading complex infrastructure initiatives, enforcing engineering standards, and mentoring teams to drive innovation and operational excellence across multipl...

Tennessee, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead investigations in data centers, addressing theft and compliance issues. This remote role requires strong analytical skills and collaboration with law enforcement to ens...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$115K - $145K *

Engage in advanced Virtual Design & Construction processes, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance project delivery in data centers and related sectors. Drive innovation and quality control while...

1 week ago

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

$115K - $145K *

Pioneer innovative Virtual Design & Construction processes, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance project delivery in advanced technology sectors. Drive BIM coordination and quality control while...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $135K *

Take ownership of field services in the data center market, ensuring quality and safety standards while managing customer projects effectively. Expect extensive travel across the U.S. to deliver excep...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$67K - $101K *

Transform procurement processes by ensuring financial accountability and seamless operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance reporting and vendor relationships in a dynamic data center envir...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $170K *

Shape the future of complex data center projects by leading commercial delivery, managing project controls, and mentoring teams to drive successful outcomes for major clients in the tech industry...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$147K - $170K *

Empower your career with a leadership role overseeing complex data center projects. Drive commercial success, manage project teams, and influence major initiatives while mentoring the next generation...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by designing and operating scalable cloud infrastructure. You will enhance platform reliability while automating processes and enforcing best practices in DevOps and full-stack o...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by joining our team as a DevOps Engineer, where you'll enhance application platforms, manage cloud infrastructure, and streamline deployment workflows, ensuring reliability and securi...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Transform application delivery by ensuring secure, reliable infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to enhance deployment workflows, troubleshoot issues, and improve tools for scalable solutions in a d...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Take ownership of infrastructure and deployment workflows, ensuring secure and reliable application platforms. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues and enhance tools for scalable application...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Unlock potential by managing Land Development projects for Data Centers, ensuring efficient execution within budget. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions th...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's redefining land development by managing innovative data center projects. Collaborate with clients and engineers, leveraging your extensive experience to drive successful project out...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $140K *

Lead dynamic Land Development projects by collaborating with clients, analyzing site data, and ensuring compliance with design specifications to deliver successful results on time and within budget...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $140K *

Lead the management of Land Development projects, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence while collaborating with clients and teams to deliver high-quality outcomes for Data Center initiative...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $140K *

Lead a skilled team in managing Land Development projects for Data Centers, ensuring timely delivery and budget compliance while interfacing with clients and conducting site assessments for optimal de...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Oversee Land Development projects, ensuring timely execution and budget adherence. Engage with clients and analyze site data to guide project success while leading a dedicated team through all phases...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $190K *

Engineer robust data solutions by designing, optimizing, and managing data pipelines in a Big Data environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance data lifecycle processes and support AI/ML workflows...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Build exceptional infrastructure teams by identifying and engaging top talent across data center operations and engineering. Partner with leadership to develop innovative sourcing strategies and enhan...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of systems engineering by leading the development and maintenance of software requirements specifications. Collaborate on system design and interface definitions while ensuring co...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.