Data Center Professional | First Point Group | United States

First Point Group; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

First Point Group is actively seeking experienced data center professionals across the United States to join our expanding network for upcoming full-time permanent and consulting opportunities.

In this critical talent-connection role, you will leverage your established industry relationships with hyperscalers, data center operators, and key stakeholders to drive optical networking, data center infrastructure, and business development initiatives.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in data center, optical networking, or telecommunications.
• Established network with hyperscalers and data center operators across the U.S.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, CS, Business, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate and manage strategic relationships with hyperscalers, data center operators, and enterprise stakeholders.
• Provide expert advisory across data center operations, optical networking, and DCI architectures.
• Support full-time permanent placements and specialized consulting engagements in the U.S. market.
• Identify, evaluate, and pursue new business development and technical collaboration opportunities.
• Collaborate with global technology leaders to align capacity with growing demands.

Skills

Data center networking

Optical transport

Business development

Stakeholder management

Hyperscaler network

Technical sales

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS/Business

Job description

Position Summary:

First Point Group is actively seeking experienced data center professionals across the United States to join our expanding network for upcoming full-time permanent and consulting opportunities. In this critical talent-connection role, you will leverage your established industry relationships with hyperscalers, data center operators, and key stakeholders to drive optical networking, data center infrastructure, and business development initiatives. This opportunity is ideal for seasoned data center veterans with extensive domain expertise looking to shape your next career move or engage in high-impact consulting engagements across the U.S. market.

Detailed Job Description:

As a Data Center Professional affiliated with First Point Group, you will take full ownership of engaging with top-tier technology innovators, hyperscalers, and data center operators across the U.S. Your day-to-day responsibilities include cultivating strategic industry relationships, supporting optical networking and data center interconnection (DCI) deployments, and advising clients on mission-critical infrastructure strategies. You will collaborate closely with executive leadership to identify emerging business development opportunities, evaluate technical requirements, and deliver world-class talent and consulting solutions. Furthermore, you will maintain comprehensive professional networks and contribute thought leadership to the data center sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cultivate and manage strategic industry relationships with hyperscalers, data center operators, and key enterprise stakeholders.
• Provide expert advisory and consulting services across data center operations, optical networking, and DCI architectures.
• Support full-time permanent placements and specialized consulting engagements within the U.S. data center market.
• Identify, evaluate, and pursue new business development and technical collaboration opportunities.
• Collaborate with global technology innovators to align infrastructure capacity with growing computational demands.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of data center trends, optical transport innovations, and hyperscale cloud deployments.
• Participate in confidential executive consultations and strategic talent alignment sessions.
• Represent First Point Group as a trusted technical advisor across industry networking platforms.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum of 8+ years of professional experience within the data center, optical networking, or telecommunications sector.
• Proven track record in data center operations, business development, technical sales, or infrastructure consulting.
• Established professional network and strong existing relationships with hyperscalers and data center operators across the U.S.
• Comprehensive technical understanding of data center networking, optical transport systems (DWDM/OTN), and DCI solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and executive stakeholder management capabilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Mandatory eligibility to work within the United States.
• Proactive, relationship-focused mindset with a passion for connecting world-class technology talent.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Advanced degree (Master’s or MBA) in a relevant technical or commercial field.
• Prior experience leading business development or enterprise sales for major telecom equipment vendors or data center providers.
• Recognized industry certifications (e.g., CDCP, ATD, CISCO, or optical networking credentials).
• Active participation in prominent data center industry associations and trade forums.
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale consulting engagements across multiple U.S. metropolitan markets.

Recruitment Pro Tip:

When connecting for these U.S. Data Center Opportunities with First Point Group, ensure your outreach explicitly details your network within hyperscale operators and your specific expertise in optical networking or data center operations.

Recruitment Details:

• Salary/Rate: Market Competitive / Full-Time & Consulting Standard
• Deadline: Open until filled
• Notice Period: Immediate to 30 Days
• Contract Duration: Permanent / Full-Time & Consulting Options