Datacenter Operation Manager
Tesla · Austin, TX · 1 wk ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
About the role
We are looking for an experienced Datacenter Operations Manager to lead the reliable, efficient, and scalable operations of our hyperscale data centers supporting large-scale AI training and inference workloads. You will oversee high-density GPU/AI infrastructure, advanced power & cooling systems, and ensure maximum uptime, capacity readiness, and operational excellence in a fast-growing AI environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day operations of hyperscale data centers hosting AI/GPU clusters, ensuring high availability, performance, and safety
- Manage critical infrastructure including high-density power distribution, advanced cooling (air, liquid, immersion), rack density, and environmental controls optimized for AI workloads
- Drive capacity planning, space/power/cooling forecasting, and rapid deployment support for AI infrastructure expansion
- Oversee preventive/corrective maintenance, vendor management, and incident response to minimize downtime
- Implement and improve operational processes, monitoring, automation, and DCIM tools for hyperscale efficiency
- Ensure compliance with safety, security, environmental, and industry standards while driving energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives
- Lead, mentor, and develop the onsite operations team; coordinate with engineering, networking, and AI platform teams
- Manage change control, risk assessments, and continuous improvement programs tailored to AI-driven demand
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience
- 7+ years in data center operations, with at least 3–5 years in hyperscale or large-scale environments
- Strong hands-on experience with high-density compute (GPU/AI clusters), power systems, and advanced cooling technologies
- Proven leadership of operations teams and vendor/contractor management in 24/7 critical facilities
- Solid understanding of data center best practices (Uptime Institute, TIA-942, or equivalent), capacity management, and incident management
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Direct experience supporting AI/ML infrastructure or hyperscale cloud providers
- Familiarity with liquid cooling, high-performance networking, and DCIM/BMS systems
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CDCP, ATD, PMP, or vendor-specific)
- Experience with automation, scripting, or sustainability/energy optimization programs
Benefits
- Medical plans with plan options including $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
- Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both with options for $0 paycheck contribution
- Company-paid Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
- Company-paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability insurance (90-day waiting period)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and vacation time (flex time for salary positions, accrued hours for hourly positions), and paid holidays
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
- Weight loss and tobacco cessation programs
- Tesla Babies program
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program