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Irving / $200000 - $235000 annum

INFO

Salary

SALARY:

$200000 - $235000

Location

LOCATION

Irving

Job Type
JOB TYPE

Permanent

Data Center Engineer - Build the Future of High-Performance Infrastructure

Irving, TX (100% onsite)
Up to $235K base + bonus + equity (OTE ~$330K-$350K+)


Why This Role Stands Out

This isn't just another architecture role - it's an opportunity to shape next-generation data center strategy at a globally recognized leader in semiconductor innovation.

You'll sit at the forefront of infrastructure evolution, designing and scaling environments that power cutting-edge engineering, manufacturing, and high-performance workloads. With strong executive visibility and influence, your decisions won't just support the business - they'll define its future.


What You'll Own

As the Data Center Architect, you'll be the driving force behind designing and modernizing mission-critical environments across multiple sites. This is a high-impact role blending deep technical expertise with strategic vision.

Design & Architecture Leadership

  • Architect large-scale, high-availability data center environments (compute, storage, networking, power, cooling)
  • Define scalable, future-ready infrastructure aligned to aggressive growth plans
  • Standardize designs across sites (rack layouts, deployments, and infrastructure components)

Next-Gen Networking (Arista Focus)

  • Lead architecture for Arista-based data center fabrics in a multi-vendor ecosystem
  • Utilize Arista CloudVision (CVP) for centralized management, visibility, and life-cycle operations
  • Drive automation and consistency using AVD (Arista Validated Designs)
  • Balance innovation with flexibility - avoiding vendor lock-in while maximizing performance

Capacity & Growth Strategy

  • Own capacity planning and forecasting across multiple data centers
  • Anticipate demand from engineering and manufacturing workloads
  • Lead expansions and upgrades proactively - before they become constraints

What Makes You a Fit

You're not just an architect - you're a builder and strategist who thrives in complex, high-stakes environments.

  • Proven experience designing enterprise or large-scale data centers
  • Strong expertise across networking, compute, storage, and facility infrastructure
  • Background in semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, or similar high-precision environments (strongly preferred)
  • Experience supporting high-performance or engineering-driven workloads
  • Track record of leading multiple data center builds or major expansions (3+)
  • Familiarity with hyperscale or cloud-inspired architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Ability to operate both hands-on and strategic, with strong stakeholder influence

What You'll Gain

  • Direct impact on infrastructure strategy at a global technology leader
  • The opportunity to bring modern, hyperscale design thinking into a highly complex environment
  • Executive-level visibility and influence
  • Top-tier compensation with significant upside

Bottom Line

If you're looking to move beyond "keeping the lights on" and instead architect the future of high-performance infrastructure, this is the role that puts you in the driver's seat.

CONTACT

Stephanie Landa

Principal Recruitment Consultant

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