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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$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading complex architectural projects that enhance user experience while collaborating with diverse teams. Drive innovative design solutions and ensure project excellence from...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by leading multidisciplinary teams in developing innovative design solutions for large-scale mission critical projects, ensuring quality and collaboration throughout the project li...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Play a key role in designing innovative data center projects, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring high-quality project documentation while mentoring junior staff and supporting financial proj...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead comprehensive project document development for large-scale data centers and industrial projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure design quality, project financial health, and adherence t...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing complex data center projects as an Architect. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensure design quality, and mentor junior staff while maintaining financial health an...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of complex projects as a vital team member, leading architectural design and execution while ensuring quality and collaboration across diverse disciplines in mission-critical environm...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock complex building potential as you lead integrated design teams to deliver innovative solutions for large-scale data centers and critical facilities. Collaborate closely with project stakeholder...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion the design and coordination of large-scale Mission Critical projects while mentoring emerging talent and ensuring high-quality deliverables within set timelines. Collaborate cross-functionall...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$115K - $130K *

Champion secure and scalable cloud infrastructure in Azure and AWS. Drive lifecycle management of Windows Server and networking components while optimizing backend platforms and enhancing security mea...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Join the Wireless Connectivity Solutions team to design, implement, and maintain Cisco wireless networks while driving innovative solutions and collaborating with diverse stakeholders across various p...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for mission-critical applications. Collaborate with Agile teams to automate deployment processes and integrate security controls in a sec...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $193K *

Lead a dynamic team in managing critical data center infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and safety. Drive improvement projects and oversee operations while maintaining high standards for cus...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing data center operations, ensuring 100% availability, and leading a skilled team. Oversee maintenance, customer satisfaction, and financial processes while driving efficienc...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engineer cutting-edge systems through all phases from inception to deployment. Collaborate within a mission-focused team, driving user interaction and ensuring seamless integration of hardware and sof...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Innovate in the energy sector by leading grid interconnection efforts for utility-scale projects. Drive technical execution, manage utility relationships, and ensure project feasibility through expert...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Explore the technical landscape of grid interconnection for utility-scale energy projects. Lead engineering efforts, manage applications, and interface with utilities to ensure successful project exec...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of aviation technology by driving innovative cloud solutions that enhance FAA operations, ensuring safety and efficiency in the aviation sector while collaborating with diverse te...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $200K *

Optimize site-level execution of critical equipment for data center construction. Lead procurement, manage risks, and ensure readiness for commissioning. Collaborate with engineering and contractors t...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity infrastructure. Collaborate on innovative solutions, maintain system availability, and advise on best practices to protect networks and ensure p...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$57K - $118K *

Make your mark at a dynamic data center, overseeing hardware maintenance, mentoring technicians, and ensuring operational excellence. Collaborate across teams to enhance system reliability and drive c...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by overseeing critical data center operations, managing incidents, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Collaborate with teams to enhance service delivery and mentor juni...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$57K - $118K *

Support 24/7 data center operations by managing hardware installation, troubleshooting, and documentation. Collaborate with teams to ensure efficient service delivery and maintain inventory while exec...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $170K *

Transform project delivery by coordinating schedules and enhancing performance. Leverage your expertise to integrate contractor schedules, ensuring seamless communication and reporting. Join us in dri...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join us to provide advanced scheduling support for large-scale construction projects. Collaborate with project teams to establish and maintain schedules, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with c...

4 days ago

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

$113K - $160K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a team in optimizing inventory and logistics strategies, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring alignment with business priorities to support data center operations...

1 week ago

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

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.