Director of Data Center Strategy & Development
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About This Role
We are seeking a professional Director of Data Center Strategy & Development with strong domain expertise in the data center industry.
This role will serve as the company’s internal data center domain expert, supporting the development of large-scale data center projects across the full lifecycle — from early-stage development through planning, design, and delivery.
Core Mission:
Bring practical, real-world data center expertise into the organization and support key decisions related to:
Customer requirements
Site development and selection
Technical design and architecture
Development strategy
Ecosystem partnerships
Responsibilities
Domain Leadership
Serve as the internal subject matter expert on data center development
Provide guidance on global best practices across hyperscale, colocation, and AI-focused data centers
Support strategic and technical decision-making across projects
Customer & Market Understanding
Understand requirements of hyperscalers, AI compute providers, and enterprise clients
Translate customer needs into development and design parameters
Support engagement with potential customers and partners
Development & Planning
Advise on site selection and feasibility
Support planning considerations: power, fiber, cooling, land, permitting
Guide early-stage development strategy and master planning
Design & Technical Coordination
Define key design requirements: power density, cooling, redundancy, scalability
Support selection and management of technical advisors and consultants
Ensure alignment with industry standards
Project Delivery Support
Support construction and delivery phases
Guide key decisions, milestones, and risk management
Ensure alignment between customer expectations and execution
Industry Network & Partnerships
Leverage global relationships across the data center ecosystem
Identify and engage partners, advisors, and suppliers
Maintain awareness of industry trends
Requirements
10–15+ years in the data center industry
Experience in development, design, construction, or operation of large-scale data centers
Strong understanding of hyperscale and AI infrastructure
Experience working with major developers, operators, or hyperscalers
International experience is an advantage
