Data Center Deployment Lead I

Introl; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Family Leave

401k

Unlimited PTO

Sick Time Off

Life and AD&D Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Fertility Benefits

Mental health Benefits

Zero health premiums

Job summary

Introl is seeking a Data Center Deployment Lead I in Newark, NJ to manage and support small technician teams, drive daily production, and troubleshoot quality issues in real time. You will lead with hands-on operational oversight and ensure on-time delivery to the highest standards.

Responsibilities include breaking down work into steps, setting daily plans, and reporting progress. Must have 2+ years in data center deployment and excellent English communication skills for shift leadership.

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.
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluently in English to effectively lead teams, explain technical steps, and deliver daily shift reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of technicians 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 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.

Skills

Team leadership

Task breakdown

Daily production

Quality checks

English communication

Field supervision

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