Job Description
What You’ll Do:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Center Design Manager to lead and manage the design process on behalf of CoreWeave overseeing the design of our Data Center Fit Outs (White Space) and ensuring that designs meet and incorporate CoreWeave project requirements.
About the role:
This role will primarily focus on managing the execution of Architectural MEP and LV/IT infrastructure designs within our leased data center facilities. The Design Manager will ensure that all designs align with our project requirements and are executed to meet performance efficiency and scalability standards. The role will also provide ongoing support into the Fit Out construction phase to ensure the design is implemented accurately. Acting as the primary point of contact for design-related matters on a per-project basis this individual will collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to ensure designs are executed consistently and to the highest quality standards.
Up to 30% travel required to various data center sites.
Who You Are:
- Project Leadership & Oversight: Manage the design and coordination of multiple data center fit out projects concurrently. Oversee the work of Professional Consultants (Architects Engineers) and Equipment Suppliers during the design process.
- Single Point of Contact for Design on Assigned Projects: Act as the primary point of contact for all design-related items for assigned projects coordinating closely with Data Center Providers and their Contractors Architects/Engineers (A/E firms) along with our internal stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and alignment throughout the design process.
- Internal Coordination with SMEs: Coordinate with internal Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) across various disciplines including electrical mechanical and LV/IT to ensure project requirements technical specifications and solutions are properly aligned integrating specialized expertise into the design process as needed.
- Standards & Compliance: Apply CoreWeave Design & Engineering Guidelines and industry best practices to ensure alignment with company objectives and emphasize value-engineering for optimal cost and performance.
- Managing Basis of Design Deviations: Track and document any deviations from the Basis of Design throughout the project lifecycle coordinating with internal teams and external consultants.
- Budget & Schedule Coordination: Work with the Technical Project Management team to prepare review and monitor project schedules budgets and forecasts for design and construction expenditures.
- OFCI Equipment Management: Review and evaluate OFCI (Owner-Furnished Contractor-Installed) equipment submittals providing recommendations to the Construction Management team and Procurement teams.
- Design Reviews: Participate in page-turn meetings with consultants providing feedback on designs Sequence of Operations Basis of Design documents commissioning plans and testing scripts.
- Vendor Management: Assist with RFPs for A/E consultants evaluation of proposals selection of vendors and oversight on alignment with project budgets and schedules while reviewing/approving consultant invoices.
- Executive & Project Reporting: Prepare and deliver detailed project reports to both executive leadership and project teams track project budgets schedules scope objectives and progress ensuring alignment with CoreWeave’s gating process and smooth handoff to the Construction Management team for ongoing management.
- Stakeholder Communication: Provide regular project updates to internal and external stakeholders both informally and formally.
- Design Coordination & Site Visits: Conduct site visits during construction to review design implementation assess construction progress and ensure adherence to design specifications quality standards and project requirements.
- Collaboration Across Teams: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Capacity Network Engineering Construction Operations Supply Chain and Technical Project Management to ensure alignment with business objectives and project deliverables. Serve as a liaison between internal teams and external consultants or vendors ensuring clear and effective communication.
- Innovation & Design Enhancement: Contribute to internal design team meetings proposing and exploring new technologies or design concepts to enhance project outcomes. Stay up to date with industry trends and integrate innovative solutions into project designs.
Required Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical Electrical Network Low Voltage/Cabling or related field) Architecture or a related discipline.
- 5+ years of experience in data center engineering or design with a proven track record of successfully completing data center design projects.
- Strong knowledge of data center white space including cooling systems power distribution network architecture and LV/IT design.
- Experience with large-scale high-density data centers and cloud infrastructure including familiarity with power cooling and other critical infrastructure systems.
- Proven ability to manage complex projects with strong project management and organizational skills ensuring successful project delivery on time and within budget.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment managing multiple projects and competing priorities while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on developing efficient cost-effective solutions to complex design challenges.
- Professional certifications (e.g. Uptime Institute BICSI LEED or similar) are a plus.
Wondering if you’re a good fit? We believe in investing in our people and value candidates who can bring their diverse experiences to our teams – even if you aren't a 100% skill or experience match. Here are a few qualities we’ve found compatible with our team. If some of this describes you we’d love to talk.
- You love to develop innovative solutions to complex problems.
- You’re curious about new technologies or design concepts.
- You’re an expert in managing complex projects with strong project management and organizational skills.
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 Experiences
- Achieve More Together
We support and encourage an entrepreneurial outlook and independent thinking. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration and enables the development of innovative solutions to complex problems. As we get set for takeoff 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!
The base salary range for this role is $157000 to $210000. The starting salary will be determined by job-related knowledge skills experience and the market location. We strive for both market alignment and internal equity when determining compensation. In addition to base salary our total rewards package includes a discretionary bonus equity awards and a comprehensive benefits program (all based on eligibility).
What We Offer
The range we’ve posted represents the typical compensation range for this role. To determine actual compensation we review the market rate for each candidate which can include a variety of factors. These include qualifications experience interview performance and location.
In addition to a competitive salary we offer a variety of benefits to support your needs including:
- Medical dental and vision insurance - 100% paid for by CoreWeave
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary supplemental life insurance
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Ability to Participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
- 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 office and data center locations
- A casual work environment
- A work culture focused on innovative disruption
Our Workplace
While we prioritize a hybrid work environment remote work may be considered for candidates located more than 30 miles from an office based on role requirements for specialized skill sets. New hires will be invited to attend onboarding at one of our hubs within their first month. Teams also gather quarterly to support collaboration.
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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: [email protected].
Export Control Compliance
This position requires access to export controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158 (B) eligible to access the export controlled information without a required export authorization or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. CoreWeave may for legitimate business reasons decline to pursue any export licensing process.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering Architecture or related discipline
- 5+ years of experience in data center engineering or design
- Strong knowledge of data center white space cooling systems power distribution network architecture and LV/IT design
- Proven ability to manage complex projects
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Professional certifications (e.g. Uptime Institute BICSI LEED) are a plus
What the Team is Saying
CoreWeave Compensation & Benefits Highlights
- Healthcare Strength—Health coverage is described as comprehensive with fully covered employee premiums for medical dental and vision plus mental‑health support via Spring Health and access to Calm. Additional protections include FSAs life insurance short‑ and long‑term disability and coverage that includes gender‑affirming care.
- Equity Value & Accessibility—An Employee Stock Purchase Plan offers a discounted share purchase with a look‑back feature to enhance ownership potential. This program adds meaningful long‑term value alongside base pay and bonuses.
- Retirement Support—A 401(k) plan provides a company match to support retirement savings. This complements equity programs and other financial benefits to strengthen long‑term security.
CoreWeave Insights
What We Do
CoreWeave the AI Hyperscaler™ delivers a cloud platform of cutting-edge software powering the next wave of AI. The company's technology provides enterprises and leading AI labs with cloud solutions for accelerated computing. Since 2017 CoreWeave has operated a growing footprint of data centers across the US and Europe. CoreWeave was ranked as one of the TIME100 most influential companies and featured on Forbes Cloud 100 ranking in 2024. Learn more at www.coreweave.com.
Why Work With Us
At CoreWeave we work hard have fun and move fast! Today we are a small growing team of intelligent genuine people that value different perspectives and approaches to solving complex problems. We foster an environment that champions collaboration and prioritizes innovative solutions. Here you are surrounded by the best.
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