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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$125K - $180K *

Oversee the design and optimization of high-performance network systems, ensuring reliable connectivity across data centers and cloud environments. Collaborate cross-functionally to align network init...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and validate innovative sensor systems. Collaborate on cross-functional projects, driving solutions from concept through deployment while ensuring optimal performance an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $103K *

Empower operational excellence by integrating innovative automation technologies across logistics networks. Lead cross-functional teams through pilot planning and expansion phases, ensuring successful...

5 days ago

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

$145K - $240K *

Innovate with us to build and operate cloud infrastructure for autonomous driving. Collaborate across teams to establish scalable, efficient environments, applying best practices in DataOps and MLOps...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $137K *

Manage a diverse team overseeing cloud infrastructure for global operations, fostering innovation, mentoring staff, and ensuring optimal data center performance through strategic planning and operatio...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$135K - $173K *

Unlock potential by leading systems engineering efforts, integrating and validating complex systems while managing performance metrics and ensuring supportability. Collaborate with cross-functional te...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $188K *

Join a team that's redefining systems engineering by leading complex projects, defining requirements, and driving innovative solutions while collaborating with customers and guiding junior engineers t...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$136K - $204K *

Take ownership of complex data center construction projects, leading teams and managing vendor relations to ensure quality, safety, and compliance. Drive project success from inception to handover whi...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $204K *

Shape the future of data center construction by managing multiple projects, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Drive project success from inception to handover...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a Mechanical Engineer, driving innovative designs for high-voltage power distribution components. Lead projects from concept to production, collaborating with cross-functional...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing BIM model development for tenant fit-out projects. Drive multidisciplinary coordination, mentor teams, and enhance clash detection strategies to ensu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $137K *

Drive operational excellence by managing a diverse team in cloud infrastructure, ensuring efficient data center operations, and fostering employee growth while meeting industry standards and KPIs...

1 week ago

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

$78K - $137K *

Manage a diverse team overseeing global data center operations while driving performance improvements, mentoring staff, and ensuring operational excellence in a fast-paced environment. Bring your expe...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$78K - $137K *

Lead and inspire a diverse team in managing cloud infrastructure for global data centers, ensuring operational excellence, driving innovation, and developing talent while meeting key performance metri...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a mission-focused team to develop and deploy systems, ensuring seamless integration of hardware and software while collaborating closely with users and stakeholders to meet critical operational n...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Engage with teams to design, implement, and maintain cutting-edge IT systems while supporting mission-critical upgrades and deployments in a dynamic environment. Collaborate effectively to ensure robu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative system solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and upgrade IT systems, ensuring efficient operations for defense initiatives through meticulo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining network engineering by providing critical support for IT infrastructure. You'll ensure optimal performance, troubleshoot issues, and maintain secure connectivity, all whi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $200K *

Help us redefine infrastructure management by leading a team of Data Center Technicians. Oversee installations, ensure operational excellence, and drive strategic initiatives to enhance performance an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $200K *

Shape the future of computing infrastructure by leading a dynamic team, managing vendor relationships, and driving safety initiatives in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to enha...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $173K *

Lead the charge in managing a dynamic team responsible for the installation, configuration, and maintenance of cutting-edge hardware infrastructure. Drive operational excellence and strategic initiati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive the execution of complex HVAC programs in mission-critical environments, overseeing onsite operations, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards for...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$77K - $111K *

Innovate data center networking operations by supporting load balancing, DNS, and network monitoring. Collaborate with technical teams to implement changes and maintain documentation, ensuring efficie...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $194K *

Engineer advanced control systems and lead complex projects, ensuring optimal performance and safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop policies, mentor junior staff, and enhance syst...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in bridging customer needs and engineering solutions for a dynamic Data Center DC Power portfolio, ensuring technical excellence and collaboration across teams to drive product success...

1 week 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.