Head of Data Center Rack and Cluster
Core
Leading the engineering team to define rack and system architectures for OpenAI's compute infrastructure enabling frontier AI models.
Role type
Senior engineering leader (data center infrastructure)
Builds
Production-ready compute racks and clusters for AI models
Domain
AI infrastructure / Hyperscale data centers
Deliverable
infrastructure
Required skills
Hyperscale data center experience, rack and system architecture definition, performance and TCO modeling, vendor relationship management, team leadership
Preferred skills
Experience overseeing delivery of complex new hardware platforms, ability to navigate technical and business tradeoffs
Technologies
None explicitly listed
Responsibilities
Own reference rack, cluster, and system architecture standards; Define readiness and acceptance criteria for production-bound systems; Manage relationships with accelerator and equipment vendors; Partner across teams to clarify requirements and ensure smooth delivery; Manage a team of engineering leads focused on architectural and engineering work
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities