Data Center Deployment Lead I

Introl; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Family Leave

Unlimited PTO

Sick Time Off

401k

Commuter Benefits

Fertility Benefits

Mental Health Benefits

Zero health premiums

Job summary

Introl is seeking a Data Center Deployment Lead I in New York to manage small technician teams, drive daily production, and translate complex tasks into clear steps. You will guide on-site deployment of high-density GPU clusters and fiber optics, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to installation standards.

You will lead safety-focused operations, coordinate with multiple teams, and report progress and blockers to leadership at the end of each shift.

Qualifications

• Experience leading small technician teams in data center deployment.
• Ability to break down work into sequenced steps and drive daily output.
• Proven ability to perform in-field quality checks and correct issues quickly.
• Strong communication to deliver daily shift reports to leadership.
• Fluent English communication for team leadership and reporting.
• Knowledge of safety and installation standards in data centers.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of technicians (DCT I–V) on a defined installation scope.
• Break each assigned task into clear, sequenced steps for the team before work begins.
• Set the daily work plan for the team and drive output against it throughout the shift.
• Perform quality checks on all team work and correct mistakes in the field immediately.
• Ensure all team members comply with design documentation and installation standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area across the full team footprint.
• Report daily progress, blockers, and issues to the Sr. DCDL or Foreman at shift end.
• Address team performance issues directly and in real time.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Quality checks

Communication

English fluency

Safety compliance

Job description

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Data Center Deployment Lead I to join our team at Introl. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and supporting small teams of technicians, driving daily production, breaking down work into clear steps, and correcting quality issues in the field in real time. You will work closely with various teams to provide leadership and hands-on operational support, ensuring your team delivers on time and to the highest quality standards without requiring senior intervention.

Who We Are

At Introl, we specialize in large-scale GPU cluster deployments, managing up to 100,000 of the most advanced GPUs available. Our experienced team works with leading-edge technology, handling complex systems that are at the forefront of innovation.

Our approach goes beyond simple GPU connections. We design and execute highly coordinated deployments, integrating hundreds of thousands of fiber optic connections to build clusters that advance the limits of AI and high-performance computing.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of technicians (DCT I–V) on a defined installation scope
• Break each assigned task into clear, sequenced steps for the team before work begins
• Set the daily work plan for the team and drive output against it throughout the shift
• Perform quality checks on all team work — routing, labeling, terminations — and correct mistakes in the field immediately
• Ensure all team members comply with design documentation and Introl installation standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area across the full team footprint
• Report daily progress, blockers, and issues to the Sr. DCDL or Foreman at the end of each shift
• Address team performance issues directly and in real time — does not pass them to the supervisor

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in data center deployment, infrastructure installation, or a similar structured cabling environment.
• Strong knowledge of high-density network cabling, including fiber optic routing, patching, cleaning, and testing methodologies.
• Familiarity with server rack architecture, GPU cluster deployments, and interpreting detailed data center design documentation or runbooks.
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluently in English to effectively lead teams, explain technical steps, and deliver daily shift reports.
• Proven ability to lead or mentor a small team of technicians, manage daily production goals, and correct quality issues in real time.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a strict focus on installation quality, labeling standards, and workplace safety.
• Must have legal authorization to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits And Compensation

• Location: The ideal candidate should be located or able to reliably travel to the project sites Nationally.
• Base salary between $80,000 - $87,000
• Annual discretionary performance bonus between 0-10%
• Paid Family Leave
• 10 Company Holidays
• Full-time position
• Unlimited PTO
• Sick Time Off
• 401k
• Zero dollars ($0) health, dental, and vision insurance premiums for Introl employees, (90% coverage of insurance premiums for dependents)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Spending Account
• Commuter Benefits
• Fertility Benefits
• Mental health Benefits