Senior Operations Manager

Iris Energy; Childress (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Equity incentives

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Iris Energy in Childress, Texas, is seeking a Senior Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our high-performance compute data centers, driving uptime, security, and efficiency while leading a team of engineers and technicians.

You will manage capacity, implement policies, coordinate with IT, network, and security, ensure ISO/SOC compliance, and guide disaster recovery and vendor relations as part of our sustainable energy mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience managing Tier III or higher-level data centers.
• Strong knowledge of data center infrastructure, including power, cooling, networking, and security.
• Experience with industry standards such as Uptime Institute Tier Classification, ITIL, and ISO 27001.
• Proven experience in leading teams and optimizing operational processes.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent abstract thinking, as well as analytical, decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to cater to different audiences with diverse backgrounds, from junior staff to senior leadership
• Self-driven individual, with attention to detail and ability to execute high-quality work with limited direction
• Ability to deal comfortably with uncertainty and limited resources or information

Responsibilities

• Oversee all operational aspects of our high performance computing data centers, ensuring compliance with uptime, security, and safety standards.
• Manage a team of technicians responsible for infrastructure maintenance, power, cooling, and IT support.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Monitor critical systems, ensuring proactive maintenance and troubleshooting of issues.
• Collaborate with IT, network, and security teams to enhance data center reliability.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, including ISO, SOC, and other relevant certifications.
• Manage vendor relationships, service contracts, and procurement of necessary equipment.
• Prepare and manage operational budgets for the data center.
• Conduct performance analysis, capacity planning, and disaster recovery strategy implementation.
• Lead incident management and root cause analysis for service disruptions.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Uptime Institute Tier Classification

ITIL

ISO 27001

Job description

Job Type: Full-time | Location:Childress, Texas | Department: US Operations | Reporting to: Associate Director, Operations | Work Location Type: #onsite

IREN is a leading AI Cloud Service Provider, deliverlarge-scale GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN's verticallyintegrated platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connectedland and data centers in renewable-rich regions across the U.S. and Canada. The Senior Operations Manager - HPC is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of high performance computing data centers, ensuring maximum uptime, operational efficiency, and adherence to industry best practices. This role requires deep technical knowledge and leadership skills to manage a team of engineers and technicians while optimizing performance, capacity planning, and security protocols. With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever-evolving applications of high-performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right way – responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in.

Job requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience managing Tier III or higher-level data centers.
• Strong knowledge of data center infrastructure, including power, cooling, networking, and security.
• Experience with industry standards such as Uptime Institute Tier Classification, ITIL, and ISO 27001.
• Proven experience in leading teams and optimizing operational processes.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent abstract thinking, as well as analytical, decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to cater to different audiences with diverse backgrounds, from junior staff to senior leadership
• Self-driven individual, with attention to detail and ability to execute high-quality work with limited direction
• Ability to deal comfortably with uncertainty and limited resources or information

Job responsibilities

• Oversee all operational aspects of our high performance computing data centers, ensuring compliance with uptime, security, and safety standards.
• Manage a team of technicians responsible for infrastructure maintenance, power, cooling, and IT support.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Monitor critical systems, ensuring proactive maintenance and troubleshooting of issues.
• Collaborate with IT, network, and security teams to enhance data center reliability.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, including ISO, SOC, and other relevant certifications.
• Manage vendor relationships, service contracts, and procurement of necessary equipment.
• Prepare and manage operational budgets for the data center.
• Conduct performance analysis, capacity planning, and disaster recovery strategy implementation.
• Lead incident management and root cause analysis for service disruptions.

Compensation .

• Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and market data for the region.
• Total Compensation package may be inclusive of annual incentive bonus, equity (long-term incentive).
• Relocation or Living-out-allowance (as appliable and based on successful candidate circumstances)
• 100% company paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, and vision) for employees, 75% company paid coverage for dependents
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) – when combined with the High-Deductible Health Plan
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Access to financial planning and legal services

Time Off & Leave Programs

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

Growth & Development

• Internal skills training and advancement pathways
• Professional development to support certifications, continuing education, or role related training

Community & Culture

• Company events and team-building activities

At IREN, we offer a highly competitive compensation package that includes base salary, annual performance incentives, and opportunities to build long-term wealth through equity programs. These offerings are part of our broader total rewards package, thoughtfully designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term success.

Compensation .

• Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and market data for the region.
• Total Compensation package may be inclusive of annual incentive bonus, equity (long-term incentive).
• Relocation or Living-out-allowance (as appliable and based on successful candidate circumstances)

Health & Wellness

• 100% company paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, and vision) for employees, 75% company paid coverage for dependents
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) – when combined with the High-Deductible Health Plan
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Retirement & Financial Wealth

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Access to financial planning and legal services

Time Off & Leave Programs

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

Growth & Development

• Internal skills training and advancement pathways
• Professional development to support certifications, continuing education, or role related training

Community & Culture

• Company events and team-building activities

We value diverse perspectives and believe that skills can be developed. If you’re passionate about this role, we want to hear from you — whether you meet every criteria or not. Your unique experiences might be exactly what we need!

IE US Operations Inc., the employingentityand proud member of the IREN group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are committed to evaluating qualified applicants and do not discriminate against protected characteristics under applicable legislation.

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