Manager, Data Center Operations I

Core Scientific, Inc; Pecos (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Scientific, Inc. is seeking a Data Center Operations I Manager to lead professional contributors and coordinate with site operations teams, vendors, and contractors.

This role emphasizes achieving operational standards, project schedules, and problem resolution while fostering a culture of professionalism and continuous improvement. You will supervise HPC data center technicians, manage payroll, hiring and performance reviews, coordinate maintenance, and ensure resources are planned and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience is required.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible data center‑related experience is required.
• 1 year of supervisory/leadership experience is required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Strong leadership and team‑building skills are required.
• Exceptional understanding of network, electrical, mechanical, and building systems is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• An advanced degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to the HPC Data Center Technicians, overall data center supervision, and routine operational plans.
• Ensure the team fulfills responsibilities on time and projects progress as expected.
• Manage payroll, positioning, hire/fire, reviews, coaching, and development.
• Assist with testing and coordinating projects and maintenance.
• Plan, coordinate, budget, and implement resources to complete projects and maintenance within the data center.
• Meet targets typically against a monthly plan.
• Assist with new construction commissioning, document and report all problems.
• Communicate and coordinate activities and on‑site staff during an incident.
• Foster open, respectful, and professional communication within the team and with co‑workers/teammates and leaders across the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

HPC knowledge

Network infrastructure understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Who We Are

Core Scientific is a leading provider of infrastructure for high-performance compute in North America. Our mission is to accelerate digital innovation by scaling high-value compute rapidly, efficiently, and responsibly. We transform energy into high-value compute with unmatched efficiency at scale. Core Scientific is a publicly traded company (NASDAQ: CORZ). We power AI, HPC, and other next‑generation data center workloads demanding exceptional computing power, in addition to our digital asset mining operations. Our footprint consists of 11 data center campuses across seven states, housing advanced infrastructure for our customers. We have an entrepreneurial culture, a "can‑do" and collaborative attitude, and we own and control our infrastructure. These strategic advantages enable us to maintain operational excellence, increase efficiency, and rapidly deploy cutting‑edge innovations developed by our team of experts.

The Job

Data Center Operations I Manager provides direct supervision to professional contributors and/or skilled support to individual contributors. They act as a guide to site operations teams, vendors, and contractors and may become actively involved, as required, to meet operational standards, project schedules, and resolve problems. The manager creates a culture of professionalism and operational excellence, fostering a workplace where people love to work and build a career.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to the HPC Data Center Technicians, overall data center supervision, and routine operational plans.
• Ensure the team fulfills responsibilities on time and projects progress as expected.
• Manage payroll, positioning, hire/fire, reviews, coaching, and development.
• Assist with testing and coordinating projects and maintenance.
• Plan, coordinate, budget, and implement resources to complete projects and maintenance within the data center.
• Meet targets typically against a monthly plan.
• Assist with new construction commissioning, document and report all problems.
• Communicate and coordinate activities and on‑site staff during an incident.
• Foster open, respectful, and professional communication within the team and with co‑workers/teammates and leaders across the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience is required.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible data center‑related experience is required.
• 1 year of supervisory/leadership experience is required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Strong leadership and team‑building skills are required.
• Exceptional understanding of network, electrical, mechanical, and building systems is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Working knowledge of HPC computer equipment and network infrastructure is required.
• An advanced degree is preferred.

Reports To

Director, Data Center Operations

Location

On Site

Travel

Occasional travel between data centers may be required as needed.

Work Environment

This position operates in a professional office, warehouse, and data center environment. It routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptops, smartphones, ladders, forklifts, and scissor lifts. While performing these duties, the employee will be exposed to hot and cold environments.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

This is a full‑time, onsite position. Some nights and weekends may be required.

Supervisory Experience

Yes