Senior Global Transactions Manager - Data Center and Real Estate

NVIDIA Gruppe; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 176,000 - 276,000; Full time

Job summary

Nvidia Corporation is seeking a Senior Global Transactions Manager - Data Center & Real Estate in Santa Clara. This role requires managing and negotiating complex real estate transactions across various portfolios, including data centers and offices. Candidates should have over 12 years of experience in real estate transactions, particularly in data centers, with a relevant Bachelor's degree. NVIDIA offers competitive salaries, equity, and comprehensive benefits. Base salary range is $176,000 - $276,000, with applications accepted until May 3, 2026.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in real estate transactions with international exposure.
• Experience leading site selection and due diligence.
• Proficient in financial modeling using Excel.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise real estate transactions and negotiate contracts.
• Manage property agreements for NVIDIA's data center and office portfolios.
• Partner with internal teams to manage risk and expectations.

Skills

Negotiating data center leases

Financial modeling using Excel

Communication skills

Collaboration

Understanding of real estate finance

Education

Bachelor's degree in economics, finance, accounting, real estate, or a related field

Job description

Overview

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It's a unique legacy of innovation that's fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we're tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what's never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world's best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you'll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.

We're looking for a Senior Global Transactions Manager - Data Center & Real Estate who will play a key role in structuring, negotiating, and closing complex real estate deals! This position is based in Santa Clara and is part of the Real Estate & Site Services organization, with leadership responsibilities across the Americas, APAC, EMEA, Israel, and India. You will manage property agreements for NVIDIA's data center, office, labs, and garage portfolios, working closely with various departments to ensure transactions align with business strategy, risk tolerance, and growth objectives. This role demands ownership, sound judgment, and the capacity to perform well in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Direct and supervise real estate transactions, collaborate on site identification and coordinate due diligence, negotiate data center leases, power and utility agreements, financing contracts, and other related documents.
• Structure and negotiate outstanding data center lease terms that align with NVIDIA's operational requirements, financial objectives, and long-term business outlook.
• Coordinate transactions across NVIDIA's office, labs, garage, and ancillary real estate portfolio, both domestically and internationally.
• Serve as the main liaison between NVIDIA and landlords, brokers, internal and external legal counsel, and technical advisors, maintaining alignment and clarity among all parties involved.
• Partner closely with Finance, Legal, Insurance, Tax, and other internal teams to manage risk, timelines, and internal expectations.
• Review, analyze, and provide strategic mentorship on letters of intent, leases, subleases, assignments, work letters, power agreements, and other complex contractual documents.
• Navigate diverse cultural, regulatory, and market dynamics while negotiating transactions across multiple geographies.
• Drive negotiations to successful outcomes by balancing collaboration with firm decision-making and sound business judgment.

What We Need to See

• 12+ years of experience in real estate transactions, encompassing substantial U.S. and international exposure, with an emphasis on data center real estate.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in economics, finance, accounting, real estate, or a related field.
• Demonstrated skill in negotiating data center leases, power and utility agreements, and office leases, coupled with a strong grasp of cost factors, market conditions, and operational limitations.
• Experience leading site selection and due diligence, including zoning, environmental, and utility considerations.
• Solid understanding of real estate finance, legal concepts, and business fundamentals, with the ability to clearly communicate complex contractual terms.
• Shown skill in directing and coordinating external consultants, brokers, legal counsel, and technical advisors.
• Proficient in financial modeling using Excel and familiar with real estate accounting principles.
• Successful track record negotiating across diverse cultures and global markets.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and executive-level presentation skills.
• Ability to lead global transactions across time zones, with flexibility for evening hours as needed.

Ways to Stand Out from the Crowd

• An advanced degree in Business Administration, Law, Real Estate, or related professional experience is viewed as equal.
• Deep experience supporting hyperscale or high-growth technology environments.
• Track record of successfully closing highly complex, multi-stakeholder global transactions.

Widely considered to be one of the technology world's most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your family www.nvidiabenefits.com/

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 176,000 USD - 276,000 USD.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until May 3, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.