Data Center Manager - Ellendale, ND

CoreWeave; Ellendale (ND); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreWeave is seeking a Data Center Manager for our Ellendale facility. You will be the on-site leader responsible for operational excellence, guiding a team of technicians in hardware diagnostics and repairs while implementing best practices. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in data center operations and a Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field.

If you're curious and love to lead technical teams through complex challenges in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data center operations.
• 2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in elevated locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of technicians in hardware diagnostics and repairs.
• Develop and implement best practices to maximize uptime.
• Serve as the key point of contact for on-site activities.

Skills

Data center operations

Leadership/Supervisory

Linux Operating System

Data center management tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Cisco IOS

Juniper JunOS

Job description

What You’ll Do:

Our Data Center Operations team is at the physical core of our business, responsible for building, maintaining, and operating the cutting‑edge infrastructure that powers the cloud. This team ensures the stability, security, and scalability of our physical assets, working hands‑on in a fast‑paced, hyper‑growth environment. You will join a collaborative and curious group that is essential to delivering a best‑in‑class experience for our clients.

About the role:

As the Data Center Manager, you will be the on‑site leader responsible for the operational excellence of our Ellendale facility. Your day‑to‑day will involve guiding a team of technicians through hardware diagnostics, physical repairs, and new equipment installations while developing and implementing best practices to maximize uptime. You will serve as the key point of contact for all on‑site activities, responding to technical emergencies and coordinating with cross‑functional teams. This role requires a hands‑on approach to leadership, ensuring the reliability and performance of our critical infrastructure.

Who You Are:

• 5+ years of experience in data center operations.
• 2+ years of experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience with data center infrastructure, including servers, networking equipment, and cooling systems.
• Proficiency with the Linux Operating System.
• Experience using data center management tools and software.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in elevated locations.
• Availability to participate in a 24/7 on‑call rotation.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).

Preferred:

• Experience with scripting languages such as Python or Bash.
• Hands‑on experience with Cisco IOS and/or Juniper JunOS.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CompTIA Server+, Network+).

Wondering if you’re a good fit?

We believe in investing in our people and value candidates who can bring their own diversified experiences to our teams – even if you aren't a 100% skill or experience match. Here are a few qualities we’ve found compatible with our team. If some of this describes you, we’d love to talk.

• You love to lead and mentor a technical team to solve complex infrastructure challenges.
• You’re curious