Director, Data Center Engineering

CoreWeave is a specialized cloud provider, delivering a massive scale of GPU compute resources on top of the industry’s fastest and most flexible infrastructure. CoreWeave builds cloud solutions for compute intensive use cases — VFX and rendering, machine learning and AI, batch processing, and Pixel Streaming — that are up to 35 times faster and 80% less expensive than the large, generalized public clouds. Learn more at www.coreweave.com.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Data Center Engineering to lead our engineering team. This individual will be responsible for overseeing the design, construction, and maintenance of our data center facilities, ensuring optimal performance, efficiency, and scalability.

Travel required to various data center sites.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage data center engineering initiatives, providing strategic direction and technical guidance.
• Oversee the design, construction, and commissioning of new data center facilities.
• Develop and implement engineering standards, processes, and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, operations, and project management to ensure seamless integration and operation of data center infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance data center performance, reliability, and efficiency.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and resources for engineering projects.
• Monitor and analyze data center performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence within the engineering team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in data center engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of successfully managing data center design, construction, and operations.
• Strong knowledge of data center infrastructure systems including power, cooling, and network connectivity.
• Experience with large-scale, high-density data centers and cloud infrastructure.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Professional certifications (e.g., Uptime Institute, BICSI, or similar) are a plus.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $190,000-$235,000. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Hybrid Workplace

Successful candidates will be expected to attend onboarding training at our NJ Headquarters within their first several weeks of employment, with subsequent quarterly travel requirements of 1 week duration.

If you reside within a 30-mile radius of our New Jersey, New York, or Philadelphia offices, we're excited for you to join us at the office at least three times a week, recognizing the significance we place on fostering connections, collaboration, and creativity within our office culture. Our commitment to operating as a hybrid workplace underscores our dedication to enabling our employees to tailor their work-life balance to their individual preferences.

Why CoreWeave?

At CoreWeave, we work hard, have fun, and move fast! We’re in an exciting stage of hyper-growth that you will not want to miss out on. We’re not afraid of a little chaos, and we’re constantly learning. Our team cares deeply about how we build our product and how we work together, which is represented through our core values:

• Be Curious at your Core
• Act like an Owner
• Empower Employees
• Deliver Best In-Class Client Experience
• Achieve More Together

We support and encourage an entrepreneurial outlook and independent thinking. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration and provides the opportunity to develop innovative solutions to complex problems. As we get set for take off, the growth opportunities within the organization are constantly expanding. You will be surrounded by some of the best talent in the industry, who will want to learn from you, too. Come join us!

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits, including:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance - 100% paid for the employee
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Mental Wellness Benefits through Spring Health
• Family-Forming support provided by Carrot
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible, full-service childcare support with Kinside
• 401(k) with a generous employer match
• Flexible PTO
• Catered lunch each day in our offices
• Weekly massages in NJ office
• A casual work environment
• Work culture focused on innovative disruption

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CoreWeave is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. All qualified applicants and candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

As part of this commitment and consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), CoreWeave will ensure that qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact: careers@coreweave.com.