Data Center Engineer II

EngineersOfAI; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EngineersOfAI is looking for an experienced Data Center Engineer to lead the management of its datacenter assets in the United States and oversee global operations. You’ll coordinate the deployment of critical infrastructure and support large-scale projects.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with data center engineering and project management. You will ensure data integrity and oversee vendor relations while being open to travel frequently throughout the US.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience managing modern data center environments.
• Proven experience in the design and delivery of data center infrastructure.
• Strong project management capabilities with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead the rollout of new data centers across global sites.
• Manage the equipment lifecycle from purchase to decommissioning.
• Act as primary contact for DC vendors and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Data center engineering

Project management

DCIM management

Collaboration

Infrastructure design

Job description

Data Center Engineer

We’re looking for an experienced and independent Data Center Engineer to join our team in Amsterdam and support Adyen’s growing datacenter footprint around the globe.

In this role, you'll drive the end-to-end asset and lifecycle management of data center assets, maintain precise DCIM documentation to provide a "single source of truth" for our global teams. You’ll work closely with global teams mainly based in Amsterdam and local third-party vendors, supporting both day‑to‑day operations and long‑term infrastructure growth. You have a global mindset and the ability to travel internationally for several weeks per year to conduct site audits, oversee large‑scale deployments, and align lifecycle standards across our global footprint.

What You’ll Do

• Global Project Leadership - Lead the end-to-end rollout of new data centers and large-scale expansion projects, including the coordination and deployment of High-Performance Computing (HPC) clusters across global sites.
• Take ownership of our datacenter footprint in the USA
• Infrastructure Design & Engineering - Collaborate with partners to oversee the design and installation of critical infrastructure and advanced thermal management.
• End-to-End Hardware Lifecycle - Manage the full equipment journey from initial Purchase Order (PO) through delivery, installation, and eventual decommissioning/End-of-Life (EoL) processing.
• Supply Chain & Logistics Coordination - Partner with Procurement to track orders, manage inventory, and synchronize on-site logistics with local DC‑ops teams or remote hands.
• Data Integrity & DCIM Management - Serve as the guardian of the "Source of Truth" by ensuring all physical changes, assets, and project updates are 100% accurately reflected in the DCIM software.
• Cross-Functional Transition - Act as the bridge between installation and production by communicating with Platform and Network teams to ensure systems are successfully handed over and integrated.
• Maintenance & Technical Oversight - Plan and oversee engineering work-streams, including coordinating repairs, replacements, and maintenance executed by third parties.
• Vendor & Stakeholder Management - Serve as the primary point of contact for DC vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve issues, facilitate audits, and support year-over-year platform growth.
• Hands-on Field Operations - Maintain a "boots on the ground" approach by performing direct data center hardware work and traveling globally to provide on-site project oversight.
• Operational Strategy - Align data center capacity and infrastructure capabilities with long-term platform requirements to ensure seamless scaling and efficiency.

Who You Are

• Open to travel often, mostly within the US.
• Experienced in data center engineering as well as operations.
• Proven experience in the design and delivery of data center infrastructure.
• Hands‑on experience managing modern environments.
• Strong project management capabilities, with the ability to handle multiple complex initiatives simultaneously.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills with a strong sense of ownership and follow‑through.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work across technical and vendor teams across regions and timezones.
• Experienced in DCIM and asset management on a large scale.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other protected status as defined by law.