Senior Architect, Data Center Development

About the role

The Data Center Design Team at Fluidstack is responsible for leading the design, development, and execution of 50GW+ of data centers over the next decade. This includes driving the next generation of liquid cooling and electrical distribution systems, developing and scaling first-of-a-kind modular data centers, and influencing behind-the-meter designs and planning for multi-GW campuses.

Responsibilities

• Own the architectural workstream across a multi-site development portfolio from concept through permitting and construction completion.
• Develop and maintain the architectural basis of design, prototype drawing packages, and master specs for the campus portfolio.
• Lead masterplan and campus layout: building positioning, setbacks, service access, security zoning, and phasing across multi-building sites.
• Manage external architects and engineers of record from schematic through IFC, enforcing standards and tracking quality across concurrent projects.
• Lead permitting strategy across jurisdictions and ensure compliance with IBC, IFC, NFPA 75/76/855, state codes, and ADA.
• Author owner-side design standards, prototype specs, or basis of design documents.
• Ensure envelope and life-safety design to FM Global and code standards through field conditions and contractor-driven changes.

Requirements

• You have owned the architectural workstream on data center or mission-critical facilities as an owner's representative or developer, not just as a consultant.
• You have managed external architects and engineers of record through full design lifecycles across concurrent projects.
• You know IBC, IFC, occupancy classification, egress, and fire-rated assembly design well enough to be the authority with AHJs.
• You hold envelope and life-safety design to FM Global and code standards through field conditions and contractor-driven changes.
• Bonus: Licensed Architect.
• Hyperscale data center or large-scale industrial development experience.
• FM Global envelope and roofing submittal process expertise.
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Procore, ACC.
• LEED AP certification.

Qualifications

• You have a strong background in architecture and engineering, with a focus on data center design and development.
• You have a proven track record of managing complex projects and ensuring compliance with relevant codes and standards.
• You have excellent communication and collaboration skills, able to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• You are passionate about the intersection of technology and society, and excited about the potential of AI to expand human freedom.

Skills

• Strong understanding of data center design principles and best practices.
• Experience with FM Global envelope and roofing submittal processes.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Procore, ACC.
• Knowledge of LEED AP certification and its application in data center design.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation range of $200K - $250K.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Commitment to pay equity and transparency.
• Equal opportunity employer.

Pay

Compensation Range: $200K - $250K

Schedule

Full-time position.