Data Center Architect, CSA
Core
Technical owner for the physical building fabric of AI compute facilities, setting civil, structural, and architectural standards for high-density, liquid-cooled data centers.
Role type
Principal Data Center Architect (CSA)
Builds
Mission-critical AI compute facilities and data center portfolios
Domain
Hyperscale AI infrastructure / Data Center Construction
Deliverable
production ML models | infrastructure
Required skills
Civil site development, structural design, architectural programming, building code compliance (IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC), high-density compute accommodation, direct liquid-cooling system integration, design standardization, construction document review, MEP coordination
Preferred skills
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect (AIA/RA), prefabricated/modular construction strategies, geotechnical risk assessment, LEED/Uptime Institute certification, Autodesk Construction Cloud/Revit/Navisworks
Technologies
Autodesk Construction Cloud, Revit, Navisworks
Responsibilities
Own civil, structural, and architectural reference design standards; lead front-end test fits and site feasibility studies; review and approve CSA deliverables from design partners; integrate CSA design with MEP and IT infrastructure teams; drive site and campus planning for compute density; provide technical oversight during construction and commissioning; evaluate design partners and vendors; establish facility support area standards; identify modular construction opportunities; manage review cycles and coordinate stakeholders.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic standardization
