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Director, Data Center Operations

Together AI
Location
San Francisco
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Engineering
Salary
$250,000 - $300,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Deep, hands-on technical knowledge of data center power and cooling systems at the IT-adjacent layer
  • Proven experience designing and commissioning data center infrastructure
  • Experience operating data center infrastructure at meaningful scale
  • People leadership experience in hiring and leading technical operations teams
  • Strong vendor and contractor management skills
  • A builder's instinct for standing up teams and functions from scratch
Nice to have
  • Experience with GPU or AI infrastructure deployments
  • Multi-site or multi-region portfolio management
  • Familiarity with Asian markets
What the job really is

The Director of Data Center Operations at Together AI will be responsible for designing and commissioning data center sites across the US and Asia, focusing on power and cooling systems for high-density GPU workloads. This role involves building and leading a break-fix and smart hands team, managing multiple sites, and establishing operational standards. The position emphasizes ownership and the ability to shape the operational framework of the company's growing infrastructure.

Benefits
  • Competitive compensation
  • Startup equity
  • Health insurance
  • Other competitive benefits
Things to weigh
  • Role involves significant travel to Asia for site deployments
  • Position is described as a builder role, which may involve ambiguity and uncertainty
  • No specific mention of work-life balance or remote work options
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