Data Center Technology Design Lead

Worldwide Mission Critical; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Worldwide Mission Critical is seeking a Technology Design Engineer to provide technical leadership across data center design, implementation, and operations. The role focuses on IT infrastructure, connectivity, and emerging technologies to deliver resilient, scalable, and future-ready data center solutions.

The successful candidate will translate business needs into technology strategies, advise on industry trends, and ensure integration with architecture, MEP, and security teams.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in data center design or IT infrastructure.
• Proven expertise in structured cabling, networking, and IT systems integration.
• RCDD, CCNP/CCIE, CDCDP, or equivalent certifications.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with Owner’s Representative or mission-critical projects preferred.
• Knowledge of industry standards and data center best practices.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Owner’s primary expert on technology strategy, design, and integration for data center projects.
• Translate business requirements into technology solutions that align with performance, resiliency, and growth objectives.
• Advise leadership on industry trends, standards, and innovations in data center technology.
• Review and guide the design of structured cabling systems, network infrastructure, and IT spaces.
• Ensure designs meet standards (BICSI, TIA/EIA, Uptime Institute, IEEE) and best practices for scalability, reliability, and maintainability.
• Provide input on integration of smart building systems, IoT, and converged network solutions.
• Collaborate with architects, MEP engineers, and security teams to ensure technology requirements are fully integrated into overall facility design.
• Evaluate vendor solutions, conduct technical due diligence, and support procurement strategies.
• Work closely with commissioning teams to validate system performance and ensure operational readiness.
• Develop Owner’s technology standards, playbooks, and roadmap for current and future facilities.
• Advise on long-term lifecycle management, including upgrades, capacity planning, and sustainability considerations.
• Support evaluation of emerging technologies such as edge computing, AI integration, and advanced connectivity solutions.

Skills

Data center design

IT infrastructure

Structured cabling

Networking

Stakeholder communication

Lifecycle planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Worldwide Mission Critical is seeking a Technology Design Engineer to provide technical leadership across data center design, implementation, and operations. The role focuses on IT infrastructure, connectivity, and emerging technologies to deliver resilient, scalable, and future-ready data center solutions.

The successful candidate will translate business needs into technology strategies, advise on industry trends, and ensure integration with architecture, MEP, and security teams.