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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$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering comprehensive cost control services for data center projects, ensuring financial efficiency and collaboration across teams while driving impactful results in a dynamic en...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Champion project control excellence by developing strategies, collaborating with teams, and optimizing performance to ensure successful project delivery within timelines and budgets. Lead initiatives...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

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

$192K - $278K *

Optimize data center security programs by leading a team to ensure alignment with business goals, risk mitigation, and compliance with industry standards. Drive strategic initiatives from inception to...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading cost management strategies, overseeing project budgets, and delivering insightful analysis to ensure client value and drive successful outcomes in a dynamic, collaborative...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$82K - $108K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in enterprise network infrastructure. Lead complex projects, ensure operational reliability, and enhance cloud connectivity while collaborating across diverse tec...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $120K *

Champion the deployment and management of AWS network infrastructure, ensuring secure and high-performance connectivity across cloud and on-premises environments. Collaborate with teams to optimize ne...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Field Engineering Subject Matter Expert, driving the delivery of complex workplace technology programs. Collaborate across teams to enhance standards, improve delivery metho...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $187K *

Join a team that's committed to excellence in EHS management across hyperscale data centers. Lead a dedicated team, drive compliance, and foster a strong safety culture while managing operational risk...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $187K *

Drive EHS excellence by leading a team to implement safety standards across hyperscale data centers. Collaborate with operations and construction teams to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and foster...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Unlock potential by driving business growth in the Data Centers vertical, executing strategic go-to-market plans, and fostering relationships with key stakeholders to deliver innovative electrical inf...

Hanover, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$122K - $173K *

Pioneer the management of data center operations, leading technical teams to ensure optimal performance and reliability of infrastructure. Collaborate on strategic initiatives while overseeing install...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $170K *

Lead the mechanical and thermal procurement engineering team, driving innovative cooling solutions for AI data centers. Collaborate with clients and vendors to optimize performance and cost, while bui...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Drive your career with a leadership role in mechanical and thermal procurement engineering, overseeing cooling equipment for AI data centers. Collaborate with clients and vendors to enhance reliabilit...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Transform the cooling equipment landscape by leading procurement engineering for AI data centers. Drive technical decisions, optimize product roadmaps, and enhance reliability while managing a skilled...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Drive innovation by leading the mechanical and thermal procurement team for cooling equipment in AI data centers. You'll shape product roadmaps, ensure reliability, and optimize costs while collaborat...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Champion innovative cooling solutions for AI data centers, leading procurement engineering with a focus on reliability and cost-effectiveness. Drive technical decisions, manage a skilled team, and enh...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Transform logistics operations by leading specialized freight movements, ensuring timely dispatch and compliance. Engage with carriers and teams to streamline processes, troubleshoot issues, and maint...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Drive logistics excellence by managing specialized freight movements, coordinating carriers, and ensuring timely delivery of critical infrastructure. Thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaini...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$147K - $210K *

Unlock potential by driving innovation in software engineering, focusing on large-scale infrastructure and distributed systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance technology solutions that impa...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence in data center management across regions, ensuring reliable infrastructure and vendor collaboration. Lead teams to support critical services while traveling domestically a...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Innovate your career by leading complex hardware engineering projects that support mission-critical operations. Drive integration, testing, and deployment of advanced infrastructure solutions across s...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Champion complex hardware solutions in mission-critical environments. Lead integration, testing, and sustainment efforts while providing technical guidance and mentoring to engineers. Drive innovation...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to engineering and supporting cutting-edge end-user computing technologies in a dynamic financial services environment, ensuring seamless operations and exceptional user e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Engage in overseeing data center operations, ensuring efficient infrastructure management and operational excellence across regions. Lead teams and projects while supporting critical services and driv...

Maiden, NCRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive the security and scalability of global IT environments by managing networks, servers, and cloud services. Collaborate with teams to enhance infrastructure reliability and efficiency while troubl...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.