Deployment Engineer
About the role
The Deployment Engineer is a professional field engineering role responsible for executing deployment, commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and operational readiness activities for Armada’s modular data center infrastructure across North America and global customer environments.
Responsibilities
- Execute installation, commissioning, startup, and infrastructure validation activities for modular data center deployments
- Perform hands-on technical work across electrical, mechanical, controls/BAS, networking, and low-voltage systems
- Execute deployment procedures, commissioning plans, operational readiness testing, and infrastructure validation processes
- Conduct site assessments and maintain field documentation including commissioning reports, punch lists, and as-built updates
- Ensure deployment activities are completed in accordance with Armada operational, engineering, and safety standards
- Troubleshoot infrastructure issues across power, cooling, controls, monitoring, and network-connected systems
- Read, interpret, and apply electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and control diagrams during deployment and operational activities
- Utilize field diagnostic tools and test equipment to identify and resolve infrastructure issues
- Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation during deployment and operational incidents
- Exercise independent technical judgment while escalating high-risk or complex issues appropriately
- Execute BMS, EPMS, and DCIM integration and validation activities
- Support system startup, alarm validation, monitoring verification, and operational turnover processes
- Verify infrastructure systems meet operational, performance, and quality requirements prior to deployment completion
- Participate in incident response and operational recovery activities as required
- Partner with Senior Deployment Engineers, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Customer Operations teams during deployment execution
- Coincide field activities with vendors, subcontractors, and third-party service providers
- Provide operational feedback and field observations that improve deployment quality, repeatability, and infrastructure reliability
- Maintain clear communication with internal and external stakeholders throughout deployment activities
Requirements
- 4–7 years of experience in mission-critical infrastructure, data centers, field engineering, or related technical operations environments
- Hands-on experience with deployment, commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, or operational support activities within critical infrastructure environments
- Working knowledge of critical infrastructure systems including:
- Electrical systems
- Mechanical/HVAC systems
- Controls/BAS systems
- Low-voltage systems
- Ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve technical infrastructure issues within established operational frameworks
- Familiarity with BMS, EPMS, and/or DCIM platforms
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and control diagrams
- Proficiency with field diagnostic equipment, hand tools, and power tools
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and coordination skills in fast-paced operational environments
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- U.S. citizenship required
- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance
Compensation
For U.S. Based candidates: To ensure fairness and transparency, the starting base salary range for this role for candidates in the U.S. are listed below, varying based on location experience, skills, and qualifications.
We use a geographic pay structure based on cost-of-labor markets.
- Tier 1 (e.g., SF Bay Area, NYC, Seattle): $130,830 – $163,530
- Tier 2 (most U.S. metro areas): $113,760 – $142,200
- Tier 3 (other cities): $108,080 – $135,090
Final compensation will be determined by experience, scope, and level, and may vary from the posted range.
In addition to base salary, this role will also be offered equity and subsidized benefits (details available upon request).
Benefits
- Competitive base salary and equity
- Medical, dental, and vision (subsidized cost)
- Health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), and dependent care FSAs (DCFSA)
- Retirement plan options, including 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
- Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
- 14 paid company holidays per year
Equal Opportunity Statement
At Armada, we are committed to fostering a work environment where everyone is given equal opportunities to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, and compensation. Our hiring is guided by qualifications, merit, and the business needs at the time.
Unsolicited Resumes and Candidates
Armada does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external agencies or recruiters. All candidates must apply directly through our careers page. Any resumes submitted by agencies without a prior signed agreement will be considered unsolicited and Armada will not be obligated to pay any fees.