Head of Data Center Engineering

About Giga Giga builds the electrical infrastructure that powers the modern world. We manufacture transformers, switchboards, and modular data centers for customers across the United States and the globe. Together, our team combines fresh perspectives with deep industry experience to solve real-world problems for our customers. We move fast and think practically. If you're ready to make an impact in an industry that matters, we're looking for people like you. What you'll do Giga is launching a new product category at the intersection of modular design and advanced data center infrastructure. As the Head of Data Center Engineering, you will spearhead the design and development of our next-generation hydrocooled, directtochip modular data centers engineered in the U.S., manufactured overseas, and installed domestically like scalable building blocks. Youll lead the full engineering roadmap, integrating electrical distribution, racking, cooling, redundancy, and networking into a complete, shippable solution. Beyond shaping the technical vision, youll build and lead a U.S.based engineering team while collaborating closely with our product and manufacturing team in Shanghai and engineering partners in India. This is a highimpact role at the forefront of AIready data center design. Where you'll work This role will be based in our SanFrancisco or Houston offices. You must be willing to work in the office fulltime, outside of our biweekly WFH Fridays. International travel to China and India will also be required to support design and production. Responsibilities Own the engineering strategy, design, and execution for modular data center products. Build and lead a U.S.based engineering team to deliver worldclass modular solutions. Oversee design of integrated systems including power distribution, cooling, racking, redundancy, and networking. Ensure designs are optimized for overseas manufacturing and scalable deployment in the U.S. Collaborate with Shanghaibased product / manufacturing teams and Indian engineering resources to bring designs from concept to production. Travel internationally to oversee production, resolve design issues, and align global teams. Drive innovation in hydrocooled, AIready data center design. Requirements 10+ years of experience in data center engineering and design. Expertise in modular or largescale infrastructure systems (cooling, power, networking, redundancy). Proven track record of building and leading highperforming engineering teams. Experience collaborating with international manufacturing and engineering partners. Strong project leadership with ability to execute complex, multidiscipline designs. Willingness to travel internationally (particularly to China and India). Bonus points Experience with hydrocooled, directtochip data center solutions. Background in modular design or prefabricated systems. Prior leadership in fastgrowth hardware or infrastructure companies. Benefits Subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance Equity (options) in a rapidly growing startup 401(k) with 4% employer match Unlimited PTO Parental leave Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) Commuter benefits Monthly team onsites where all offices come inperson to collaborate Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Giga Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Giga Energy complies with all applicable labor laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and other relevant state and federal regulations. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage applicants who require accommodations during the hiring process to contact us. #J-18808-Ljbffr