Data Center Operations Lead - Critical Facilities

Nebius Group; Hauts-de-France; Remote; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career growth and learning

Flexibility and ownership

Collaborative and innovative culture

Impactful AI projects

International environment

Job summary

Nebius is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for maintaining mission-critical data center infrastructure across a global footprint. You will oversee daily operations, safety programs, maintenance planning, and capital projects, ensuring uptime and regulatory compliance.

The role demands strong technical governance, budget oversight, vendor management, and continuous improvement mindset to support Nebius’ AI cloud platform globally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Master’s degree is advantageous but not required.
• Equivalent technical education combined with substantial relevant experience may also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of all critical data center infrastructure.
• Maintain availability of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, security and life-safety systems.
• Oversee maintenance programs, capital projects, vendor performance, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Drive operational excellence through continuous improvement and asset management.
• Mentor and develop Facilities Engineers and Technicians; manage staffing and training.
• Oversee capacity planning and ensure infrastructure meets current and future needs.

Skills

Safety leadership

Strategic planning

Team development

Budget management

Vendor management

Risk assessment

Operational excellence

Problem solving

Communication

24/7 operations leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Building Services/Facilities Management

Master’s degree advantageous

Equivalent education + substantial experience

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Nebius is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for maintaining mission-critical data center infrastructure across a global footprint. You will oversee daily operations, safety programs, maintenance planning, and capital projects, ensuring uptime and regulatory compliance.

The role demands strong technical governance, budget oversight, vendor management, and continuous improvement mindset to support Nebius’ AI cloud platform globally.