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Oracle

Director, Data Center Operations

Harwood, ND · On-site

Career Level - M4 Key Responsibilities Data Center Site Portfolio Management: -Data Center country leader and typically has responsibility for one or more sites & teams in a region. Performance ...

Oracle

Director, Data Center Operations

Harwood, ND

Career Level - M4 Key Responsibilities Data Center Site Portfolio Management: -Data Center country leader and typically has responsibility for one or more sites & teams in a region. Performance ...

Bertelsmann

Account Director, Data Center Logistics

KY · On-site

Arvato is seeking an Account Director, Data Center Logistics to lead and scale complex logistics operations supporting critical data center infrastructure globally. Reporting to the VP of Data Center ...

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As of Jul 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for director data center in the United States is $154,873.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $110,000.00 and $189,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Director Data Center, you need a strong background in data center operations, infrastructure management, and a degree in information technology or a similar field. Familiarity with data center management tools, monitoring systems, disaster recovery solutions, and certifications such as CDCP, CDCS, or ITIL are highly valuable. Leadership, strategic decision-making, and effective communication skills set outstanding candidates apart. These skills ensure reliability, efficiency, and scalability of data center services, as well as successful management of cross-functional teams in a high-stakes environment.

What does a Director of Data Center do?

A Director of Data Center oversees the operations, maintenance, and strategic planning of data center facilities. They ensure uptime, efficiency, security, and scalability while managing budgets, staff, and vendor relationships. Their role involves optimizing infrastructure, implementing best practices, and aligning data center operations with business goals. Additionally, they handle disaster recovery planning, compliance, and emerging technology adoption to support organizational growth.

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A Director Data Center frequently faces challenges such as ensuring continuous uptime, managing rapid scaling demands, coordinating disaster recovery initiatives, and maintaining strict security and compliance standards. Managing these challenges involves close collaboration with IT, facilities, and security teams, as well as proactive planning and investment in infrastructure and staff training. Directors often lead efforts to standardize processes and implement automation to boost operational efficiency and reduce risk. Staying informed about evolving technologies and industry best practices is also crucial. Addressing these challenges effectively safeguards critical business operations and builds organizational resilience.

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Infographic showing various Director Data Center job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% In-person, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $154,873 per year, or $74.5 per hour.

Director, Data Center Business Development

UCT Alumni Association

Hillsboro, OR • On-site

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car, and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success - join us today!
UCT is looking for a talented Director, Data Center Business Development to join us in Hillsboro, OR!
The Director of Data Center Business Development is responsible for establishing and expanding the company's presence in the rapidly growing data center cooling infrastructure market. This role will develop strategic customer relationships, identify project opportunities, and lead capture efforts for liquid cooling systems including TRW/TCW skid platforms used in hyperscale and colocation data centers.
This is a highly strategic role focused on building a new vertical market. The Director will work closely with engineering, product development, and executive leadership to position the company as a preferred supplier of engineered cooling skids and fluid handling systems. Success in this role will be measured by pipeline development, awarded backlog, and the establishment of long-term relationships with hyperscale operators, cooling system OEMs, and mechanical contractors.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Develop and execute the market entry strategy for data center liquid cooling infrastructure systems.
  • Identify and pursue project opportunities with hyperscale data center operators, colocation providers, and engineering contractors.
  • Build strategic relationships with cooling system OEMs, mechanical contractors, and engineering firms supporting large data center campuses.
  • Lead capture strategy and commercial negotiations for pump skid and liquid cooling system programs.
  • Collaborate with engineering and product teams to align customer requirements with scalable TRW/TCW skid platform offerings.
  • Maintain a robust opportunity pipeline and provide regular reporting on project status, market trends, and competitive positioning.
  • Support proposal development, pricing strategy, and technical positioning during RFQ and bidding processes.
  • Represent the company at industry events, customer meetings, and technical discussions related to data center infrastructure.
  • Provide voice-of-customer feedback to guide product development and platform standardization.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
Minimum Qualifications:
  • 8+ years of experience in business development, strategic sales, or capture management within data center infrastructure, mission-critical mechanical systems, or industrial equipment markets.
  • Demonstrated success developing new business opportunities and closing multi-million-dollar system or equipment programs.
  • Experience working with hyperscale data center operators, mechanical contractors, or cooling infrastructure OEMs.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting proposals and technical concepts to executive and engineering audiences.
  • Proven ability to build strategic customer relationships and lead complex commercial negotiations.
  • Ability to manage long sales cycles and coordinate cross-functional teams to support opportunity capture.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience selling or supporting liquid cooling systems, pump skids, heat exchanger systems, or chilled water infrastructure.
  • Prior experience working with hyperscale or colocation data center customers.
  • Background in mechanical engineering, industrial systems, or fluid handling technologies.
  • Experience supporting capital infrastructure projects in data center, semiconductor, or mission-critical environments.
  • Familiarity with engineering procurement and construction (EPC) project structures.

Education, Certifications, and Requirement:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, or related technical field.
  • Master's Degree in Business Administration (MBA) or Engineering preferred.

Work Environment:
This role is primarily office-based with regular interaction with engineering teams and manufacturing operations. The position may require visits to manufacturing facilities and customer sites.
Travel expectations include occasional domestic travel (approximately 25-40%) to support customer meetings, project development, and industry events.
Physical Demands:
This role primarily involves desk-based work including extended periods of sitting and computer use. Occasional travel to manufacturing environments may require walking on production floors and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
Ultra Clean Technology is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.
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