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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$170K - $190K *

Lead the charge in leveraging AI and automation to transform facilities operations, enhancing safety, reliability, and efficiency while ensuring scalable, data-driven solutions across multiple enginee...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $190K *

Contribute to our facilities' operational excellence by leveraging AI and automation to enhance safety, reliability, and productivity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform challenges i...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $190K *

Innovate solutions by leading the strategy and implementation of AI and automation in critical facilities operations, translating operational challenges into digital advancements to enhance safety, ef...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $190K *

Partner with us to devise and implement AI strategies enhancing facilities operations, improving safety, reliability, and productivity across critical infrastructure environments through innovative au...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform AI operationalization by building scalable CI/CD pipelines and production environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver AI/ML solutions from prototype to production, ensur...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Optimize critical infrastructure management by leading a dynamic team dedicated to maintaining operational excellence in mission-critical environments while fostering strong client relationships and e...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform cloud security by designing and implementing robust architectures, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation for mission-critical systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining critical data center systems. As a Lead Critical Facilities Technician, you'll ensure optimal performance and uptime, collaborating with engineers to delive...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $96K *

Optimize customer experiences by providing on-site maintenance support, ensuring seamless operation of AV systems, and delivering exceptional service through collaboration and technical expertise...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$93K - $104K *

Manage and enhance mission-critical data center operations, ensuring 99.999% uptime through advanced maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems. Collaborate with teams to drive operationa...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $221K *

Optimize customer engagement by translating needs into scalable product strategies. Lead technical assessments and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions that enhance ma...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate mission-critical telecommunications by designing and implementing robust systems for data centers. Lead integration of fiber optics, network infrastructure, and wireless solutions to ensure hi...

5 days ago

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

$128K - $214K *

Lead project management for infrastructure programs, steering CAPEX and OPEX initiatives while driving improvements in data center operations and ensuring high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environ...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$103K - $172K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Network Engineer, driving innovative LAN/WAN and Data Center solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance network security and resilience, ensuring top-tier service f...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $197K *

Lead complex technical projects by collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize cloud infrastructure and data center operations, ensuring scalability and efficiency while managing risks and s...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Design innovative technology solutions by assessing customer needs. Collaborate with clients to create effective Security, VMS, and Access Control systems that meet industry standards and exceed expec...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $153K *

Unlock your potential as a Systems Engineer, driving installation and support for cross-domain systems globally. Collaborate with teams to integrate solutions, enhance security, and deliver exceptiona...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Transform engineering processes while leading a dynamic team to build and deploy innovative software solutions. Leverage advanced .NET expertise to optimize production workflows and automate critical...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $197K *

Drive the growth of secure air-gapped cloud infrastructure, engaging in end-to-end deployment and management processes while ensuring reliable operations and innovative solutions in a fast-paced envir...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $238K *

Lead complex data center construction projects, ensuring timely execution, budget adherence, and client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to foster strong relationships and drive p...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead a high-performing team to ensure operational uptime and drive continuous improvement in critical infrastructure. Manage client relations and oversee maintenance services, making a significant imp...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$140K - $143K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing critical facility operations, ensuring optimal performance of HVAC, electrical, and automation systems while leading a skilled engineering team to deliver exce...

3 weeks ago

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

$107K - $195K *

Champion the engineering and integration of identity solutions, leveraging DevSecOps practices to enhance security and efficiency in mission-critical environments. Collaborate across teams to implemen...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$230K - $270K *

Elevate your career by leading large-scale data center projects. Drive operational excellence, manage client relationships, and ensure project success across multiple locations while maintaining safet...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$230K - $270K *

Empower operational excellence by leading large-scale data center projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful execution, manage client relationships, and uphold safety standards while meetin...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.