Principal Engineer, Data Center Architect
DigitalOcean · San Francisco
Posted about 3 months ago · $184,000 - $231,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 87 days DigitalOcean's roles stay open a median of 87 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 68% of DigitalOcean's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at DigitalOcean
- high 151 stale, 1 reposted of 151 open
- Hiring momentum
- 197 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-29
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from DigitalOcean's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for DigitalOcean.
About this role
As a Principal Engineer, Data Center Architect at DigitalOcean, you will lead the design and architecture of next-generation data center environments, focusing on innovative cooling and power solutions. Your role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, mentoring engineers, and representing the company in the broader community. You will also guide the selection of new sites and oversee proof-of-concept initiatives for emerging infrastructure technologies.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of DigitalOcean as an employer.
What you need
- 10+ years of experience in data center architecture, infrastructure engineering, or a related field
- Deep expertise in MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) systems for both leased colocation and build-to-suit data center environments
- Strong working knowledge of cooling technologies from air cooling to direct liquid cooling and rack-scale liquid systems
- Familiarity with AI/ML hardware roadmaps and ability to translate server and networking trends into facility designs
- Knowledge of emerging infrastructure approaches such as behind-the-meter (BTM) power and modular data center designs
- Demonstrated ability to lead proof-of-concept initiatives and scale pilots into global standards
What you get
- Flexible time off
- Local team meetups
- Mental health and well-being support
- Reimbursement for relevant conferences, training, and education
- Equity compensation opportunities
- Participation in annual bonus plan
Worth weighing
- Remote role
- Salary range provided, but no specific details on equity or bonus amounts beyond general eligibility
- Vague details on specific benefits that vary by location
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Listed by DigitalOcean on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-29. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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