Data Center Design Lead

About the Position

We are looking for a Data Center Design Lead to join our team at Nebius, a leader in cloud infrastructure for the global AI economy. In this role, you will partner with internal and external teams to deliver designs that support rapid deployment and long-term operational excellence.

About the Company

Nebius is building a full-stack AI cloud platform that supports developers and enterprises from data and model training through to production deployment. With a global footprint and a team of 1,500+ engineers, we are dedicated to solving the hard problems across compute, storage, networking, and applied AI.

Responsibilities

• Design Leadership

  • Own the end-to-end design process for new data center builds and expansions.
  • Translate business, hardware, and workload requirements into facility design specifications.
  • Ensure designs optimize density, reliability, and efficiency while supporting rapid scalability.
  • Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) engineers and consultants to deliver detailed designs.

• Power & Cooling Strategy

  • Define requirements for high-density rack power, redundancy, and UPS configurations.
  • Lead cooling design trade-offs to meet GPU cluster needs.
  • Evaluate and integrate renewable energy and sustainability initiatives.

• Network & Infrastructure Integration

  • Work closely with network and hardware teams to ensure physical layout supports cabling, interconnects, and future expansion.
  • Plan for modular design that enables incremental GPU cluster growth.

• Compliance & Standards

  • Ensure all designs comply with international and regional standards.
  • Incorporate safety, fire suppression, and physical security measures.
  • Define documentation and as-built standards for ongoing operations.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Coordinate with construction project managers and external contractors during build phases.
  • Provide design oversight during commissioning and handover to operations.

• Continuous Improvement

  • Evaluate emerging GPU data center technologies and integrate innovative solutions.
  • Develop playbooks and design templates for repeatable, fast deployments.
  • Benchmark efficiency and reliability across sites to drive improvement.

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience designing data centers.
• Direct experience with electrical, mechanical, and architectural DC design.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Architecture (or equivalent).
• Proven leadership experience managing technical design teams.
• Strong stakeholder communication skills across construction, operations, and external partners.
• Experience designing high-density data centers, including air-cooled environments and liquid-cooled technologies.

Nice to Have

• Experience designing data centers for hyperscalers or neoclouds.
• Prior experience supporting GPU dense or AI infrastructure environments.

We Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $90,000-$220,000 based on your experience.
• Health insurance: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families.
• 401(k) plan: Up to 4% company match with immediate vesting.
• Parental leave: 20 weeks paid for primary caregivers, 12 weeks for secondary caregivers.
• Remote work reimbursement: Up to $85/month for mobile and internet.
• Disability & life insurance: Company-paid short-term, long-term, and life insurance coverage.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth and learning opportunities
• Flexibility and ownership
• Collaborative and innovative culture
• Opportunity to work on impactful AI projects
• International environment and talented teams

What's it like to work at Nebius

• Fast moving
• Bold thinking
• Constant growth
• Meaningful impact
• Trust and real ownership
• Opportunity to shape the future of AI

Equal Opportunity Statement

Nebius is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the country in which they apply and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility as a condition of hire.

If you need accommodations during the application process, please let us know.

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