Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.
Position Overview
This position can be based on-site at our office in Denver, CO, Ashburn, VA, Sterling, VA, Santa Clara, CA in alignment with our flexible work policy. (3 days on site required, 2 days flexible) or based remotely.
Essential Job Functions
Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams (Design Engineering, New Site Development, Sustainability, Construction, Operations) to deliver integrated and optimized design solutions
Coordinate with architectural counterparts in North America (NA), Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA), and Asia Pacific (APAC) to ensure product coordination and viability across the global portfolio
Provide technical leadership on key design decisions relating to spatial planning, structural integration, campus planning, secure circulation and access strategy.
Collaborate with Design Engineering, New Site Development, Sustainability, Construction, Operations and regional teams to deliver integrated, practical solutions.
Lead, develop and mentor team members, building capability, consistency and technical credibility across the function.
Job Requirements
10+ years of architectural design experience, preferably in mission-critical, industrial, or high-performance building types
Proficient in Revit; experience with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite, PowerPoint, and Adobe InDesign.
Strong knowledge of codes, permitting process, cross-discipline coordination, including Structural, Civil, MEP, Fire and Life Safety, Physical Security and Sustainability
Desired Qualifications
Hyperscale data center experience across design, delivery, commissioning, operations, or productization.
Physical Demands and Special Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Additional Details
Salary Range: $160,000-$180,000 + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)
This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.
Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.
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We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.
Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.
Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.
Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.
We’ll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon—we’re excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!
