Cloudflare Data Center Design Engineer

5 days ago

San Francisco, California, United States Cloudflare, Inc. Full time
About Us

At Cloudflare, we're driven by a mission to create a more secure and efficient Internet. Our network powers millions of websites and applications for customers worldwide, from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies.

We recognize that individuals are unique, and we're seeking curious and empathetic professionals who share our commitment to learning and growth. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to build a diverse and inclusive team, evaluating candidates based on their potential and supporting them throughout their journey with us.

Job Overview

We're looking for a skilled Data Center Design Engineer to join our global Infrastructure (INF) team, which is responsible for growing and managing Cloudflare's data center footprint worldwide. This role will focus on designing infrastructure deployments for generational improvements in cost, quality, and speed of deployment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Translate data center capacity requirements into actionable design plans within contract constraints for power and cooling.
  • Manage the implementation phase of cage projects with data center providers.
  • Design low-voltage structured cabling, fiber, cross-connect & conveyance infrastructure, as well as supporting infrastructure on the data center ceiling/floor.
  • Work with the supply chain team on rack integration plans and location deployment qualification.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to verify scope and solution and create repeatable standard installation procedures.
  • Take ownership of and lead projects to design and implement data center expansions or new data centers under tight deadlines with minimal oversight.
  • Provide technical support in negotiations with external data center partners.
  • Assist in RFP preparation, review, and cost/engineering analysis.
  • Review one-line diagrams and cooling equations for new and existing data centers (Data Center M&E).
  • Power component (PDU) review/approval for the hardware sourcing team.
  • Implement, document, and maintain power consumption tracking tools and fulfill ad-hoc reporting requests.
  • Research new and innovative power efficiency technologies and programs.
  • Travel up to 25% for infrastructure audits, validation of data center construction work and buildouts, and participation in commercial processes.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience plus 5+ years of experience in data center mechanical and electrical design and operations/deployment/installation, P.E. certification or equivalent a plus.
  • Experience in HVAC, Chilled Water Systems, Condenser Water Systems, Pump controls, Glycool/Glycols, AHU units (DX, split, RTU, CRAC, etc.), CRAH, Raised Floor Systems, HOT/COLD aisle containment, and Building Management Systems.
  • Understanding of basic electrical theory (voltage, current, power), basic circuit design & analysis, and single- and three-phase power systems.
  • Familiarity with Data Center M&E infrastructure design concepts, electrical/UPS topologies, cooling methodologies (central plant, room cooling, high density thermal strategies).
  • Familiarity with industry standards for resilient Data Center design and Uptime Institute Tier Classifications.
  • Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills.
  • Experience working with multiple time zones and multiple cross-functional teams.
  • Experience working on time-sensitive projects with delivery responsibility under pressure.
What Makes Cloudflare Special?

We're not just a leading technology company - we have a soul. Our mission to help build a better Internet is rooted in protecting the free and open Internet.

Our initiatives include Project Galileo, which equips important organizations and journalists with powerful tools to defend themselves against attacks, and Athenian Project, which ensures state and local governments have robust protection and reliability for free.

We also released 1.1.1.1, a public DNS resolver designed to fix the foundation of the Internet, ensuring a faster, more secure, and privacy-centric browsing experience.

Salary Estimate:

The estimated salary for this position is $120,000-$150,000 per year, depending on location and experience.

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