Head of Data Center Design

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Ukraine.

📋 Description

• Oversee the comprehensive technical design and architecture of the organization's data centers.

• Establish and uphold the Basis of Design, which encompasses modular POD architecture, cooling strategies, power topology, fire suppression, and networking.

• Set design benchmarks for IT deployment, including rack layouts, containerization, and CDU placement.

• Conduct design reviews and authorize engineering drawings across various disciplines, including electrical, mechanical, structural, fire, and networking.

• Be accountable for PUE, capacity, and reliability objectives at the design phase.

• Collaborate with equipment and technology partners regarding specifications and integration needs.

• Partner with implementation teams to confirm that construction execution aligns with the approved design intentions.

• Assess and endorse design modifications for technical implications, including cooling, power, capacity, and redundancy.

• Spearhead site-selection criteria and feasibility assessments that include power availability, grid connections, and cooling alternatives.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data center design or in critical infrastructure, industrial, or energy project design—data center experience is advantageous but not mandatory.

• Demonstrable ownership of, or significant involvement in, Basis of Design documentation for large-scale facilities.

• At least 3 years in a design leadership position.

• Strong technical proficiency in power topology and cooling strategies.

• A practical understanding of fire suppression and structural loading adequate for cross-disciplinary coordination.

• Proven history of leading multidisciplinary design reviews and approving engineering drawings across various trades.

• Proficient in English for international technical documentation and stakeholder communications.

• Familiarity with modular/POD-based deployment architectures and high-density GPU/HPC compute environments is preferred.

• Experience with direct liquid cooling (DLC) systems is a plus.

• Tier III/IV certification (Uptime Institute), or direct involvement with certification processes, is advantageous.

• Experience in evaluating site feasibility is a plus.

• Familiarity with NVIDIA GB200/GB300 or comparable high-density GPU cluster infrastructure is an asset.

• Background that covers both design and construction execution phases is a plus.

• Experience with EU regulatory frameworks related to power, environmental, and building compliance is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• Flexible working hours and remote work options.

• Collaborative and innovative work environment.