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Data Center Manager

CoreWeave
Onsite - Plano, TXUpdated 1d ago
Base salary
$95k–$105k
Published base salary range
Location
Onsite - Plano, TX
Remote eligibility
Employment
Full-time
Lead / Manager
Role family
Infrastructure
AI / ML
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About the job

About CoreWeave

CoreWeave is The Essential Cloud for AI™, a specialized cloud provider delivering massive-scale GPU compute resources on industry-leading infrastructure. Founded in 2017, CoreWeave became a publicly traded company (Nasdaq: CRWV) in March 2025. The company is trusted by leading AI labs, startups, and global enterprises.

About the Team

The Data Center Operations team is at the physical core of the business, responsible for building, maintaining, and operating the infrastructure that powers the cloud. The team works hands-on in a fast-paced, hyper-growth environment to keep physical assets stable, secure, and scalable.

Role Overview

As the Data Center Manager, you will be the on-site leader responsible for the operational excellence of the facility. You will guide a team of technicians through hardware diagnostics, physical repairs, and new equipment installations, while developing best practices to maximize uptime. This is a 100% onsite role.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of data center technicians in daily operations, including server maintenance, equipment installation, and troubleshooting.
  • Develop and implement best practices for data center operations to maximize efficiency and uptime.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to support client projects and ensure seamless service delivery.
  • Perform regular inspections and audits of data center equipment to maintain optimal performance and reliability.
  • Respond to and resolve technical issues and emergencies promptly to minimize downtime.
  • Train and mentor junior technicians to build their skills and knowledge.
  • Work with management to develop strategic initiatives that improve data center performance and scalability.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in data center operations, including at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
  • In-depth knowledge of data center infrastructure, including servers, networking equipment, and cooling systems.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to quickly diagnose and resolve technical issues.
  • Experience with data center management tools and software.
  • Proficiency with the Linux operating system.
  • Excellent time management, organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Quick decision-making and strong task prioritization.
  • Flexibility to work in a 24/7 operational environment, including on-call rotations and after-hours support.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in elevated locations.

Preferred Skills

  • Hands-on or education-based experience in computer hardware, including troubleshooting and repair.
  • 5+ years in data centers.
  • Computer networking.
  • Python, Bash, or other scripting languages.
  • Cisco IOS and/or Juniper JunOS.
  • Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Certifications such as CompTIA Server+, Network+, or equivalent.

Compensation & Benefits

The base salary range for this role is $95,000 to $105,000. The total rewards package includes a discretionary bonus, equity awards, and a comprehensive benefits program (all based on eligibility). Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid by CoreWeave), company-paid life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, tuition reimbursement, ESPP, mental wellness benefits, family-forming support, paid parental leave, childcare support, 401(k) with generous employer match, flexible PTO, and catered lunch in office and data center locations.

Application Instructions

Apply via the CoreWeave careers page using the provided link. For accommodation requests, contact careers@coreweave.com.

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