Principal Engineer, Data Center Deployment Ops

📋 Description

• Define and own reference architectures for next-gen data centers.
• Lead MEP systems across leased DCs and build-to-suit environments.
• Guide site selection processes and decisions.
• Architect end-to-end cooling designs for CPU/GPU deployments.
• Architect power topologies from 415VAC to 800VDC.
• Lead PoC initiatives and scale pilots into standards.

🎯 Requirements

• 10+ years in data center architecture or infra engineering with scalable designs.
• Deep expertise in MEP for leased colocation and build-to-suit DCs.
• Knowledge of cooling tech: air to rack-scale liquid cooling for high-density CPUs/GPUs.
• Familiarity with AI/ML hardware roadmaps and future-ready designs.
• Knowledge of behind-the-meter power and modular/prefab DC designs.
• Proven ability to lead PoCs and scale pilots to global standards.

🎁 Benefits

• We innovate with purpose, simplifying cloud for builders.
• Career development with training, conferences, and learning.
• Well-being benefits, EAP, meetups, flexible time off.
• Competitive pay, equity, and growth opportunities.
• DigitalOcean is an equal-opportunity employer.