Manager, Datacenter Compute Infrastructure (Starlink)

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Long-term incentives

Medical & dental

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Parental leave

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

SpaceX seeks a leader to build and manage the sourcing team for datacenter compute infrastructure, including GPUs, CPUs, storage, and server components to support SpaceXAI large-scale AI training clusters. The role defines commodity strategies, secures supply, and aligns roadmaps with engineering and vendors to meet aggressive timelines.

The ideal candidate has deep compute hardware sourcing expertise and a proven track record delivering results in hyperscale AI infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or 12+ years in compute hardware sourcing (GPUs/CPUs/storage/servers).
• 6+ years in global supply chain, procurement, or commodity management focused on compute hardware.
• 3+ years of people management and leading sourcing teams.

Responsibilities

• Build, lead, and mentor a sourcing team for GPUs, CPUs, storage, ODM/CM, servers, and racks.
• Define multi-year roadmaps in partnership with engineering and platform teams.
• Oversee end-to-end sourcing, supplier qualification, and multi-sourcing for schedules.
• Align internal roadmaps with vendors to secure capacity and preferential allocation.
• Negotiate major agreements on pricing, volume, and delivery.
• Manage ODM/CM relationships and drive improvements in server designs and cost.
• Monitor supply risks and implement mitigation plans for critical components.
• Track KPIs and report to senior leadership.
• Promote cross-functional supply chain practices.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Analytical

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic sourcing

Supply chain

Vendor management

Education

Bachelore2s degree

12+ years experience in lieu of a degree

Job description

Manager, Datacenter Compute Infrastructure (Starlink)

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

MANAGER, DATACENTER COMPUTE INFRASTRUCTURE (STARLINK)

We are seeking a leader to build and manage the team responsible for sourcing and supply chain strategy for datacenter compute infrastructure. This role oversees GPU/accelerators, CPUs, storage, ODM/CM relationships, as well as server and rack components to support SpaceXAI’s large-scale AI training clusters and compute facilities. You will define overall commodity strategies, build team capabilities, align roadmaps with engineering and vendors, secure supply, and optimize for cost, quality, speed, and resilience. The ideal candidate is an experienced people leader with deep expertise in compute hardware sourcing and a track record of delivering results in hyperscale AI infrastructure.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing sourcing team focused on GPU/accelerators, CPUs, storage, ODM/CM, servers, and racks
• Define commodity strategies and multi-year roadmaps in partnership with engineering, architecture, and platform teams
• Oversee end-to-end sourcing, supplier qualification, multi-sourcing, and performance management to meet aggressive build schedules
• Orchestrate demand across SpaceXAI companies and align internal roadmaps with key vendors to secure preferential allocation and capacity
• Negotiate major agreements focused on pricing, volume, technology access, and reliable delivery, using creative approaches as needed
• Manage ODM/CM relationships and drive improvements in server and rack designs, cost, and delivery
• Monitor supply chain risks and implement mitigation plans for critical compute components
• Drive cost reduction through should-cost modeling, value engineering, and long-term agreements while maintaining quality and reliability standards
• Track team and category KPIs; provide regular updates and recommendations to senior leadership
• Foster strong cross-functional collaboration and promote effective supply chain practices across the organization

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or 12+ years of experience working in one or more of the following in lieu of a degree:
• Business
• Supply Chain
• Engineering
• 6+ years of experience in global supply chain, procurement, or commodity management with a focus on compute hardware (GPUs, CPUs, storage, and/or servers)
• 3+ years of experience in people management
• 3+ years of experience building, leading, and managing sourcing teams

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Technical understanding of datacenter compute architectures, GPUs/accelerators, CPUs, storage systems, ODM/CM models, servers, and racks
• Experience in fast-paced hyperscale or AI infrastructure environments
• Background working with major compute suppliers, ODMs, and contract manufacturers
• Strong leadership, negotiation, analytical, and cross-functional skills
• Proven ability to secure supply and manage costs in constrained, high-demand markets
• Passion for SpaceXAI’s mission

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed to support supplier relationships and critical projects
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment with rapidly evolving priorities and world-class execution speed
• This position is based in Austin, TX or Palo Alto, CA, and requires being onsite

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Pay Range: $155,000.00 - $215,000.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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