Strong fit for experienced operational leaders who manage technical teams and optimize infrastructure in data centers located in Frankfurt, Germany.
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Original posting from Digital Realty
YOUR ROLE
As Manager Data Centers (m/f/d), you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of multiple data centers at our Frankfurt Sossenheim site, ensuring that internal and external customer requirements are met reliably. You will lead and develop a technical and operational team, manage key projects, and optimize processes. With your expertise in critical infrastructure and leadership experience, you will make a significant contribution to the stability and continued development of the site.
WHAT YOU WILL DOTake responsibility for the safe and cost-effective operation of multiple state-of-the-art data centers with individual customer requirementsActively lead and develop your team through coaching, mentoring, and targeted performance management to strengthen engagement and retentionEnsure compliance with SLAs and KPIs and coordinate financial planning, including Capex and Opex budgets, as well as resource and capacity managementWork with your team to maintain reliable shift and on-call coverage, ensuring continuous operational availabilityOptimize operational processes, oversee risk and contract management, and ensure compliance across all technical and operational activitiesCollaborate closely with different departments to implement organizational change successfully and drive innovationOversee the lifecycle of the technical infrastructure and manage projects involving external service providers to ensure the highest standards of service qualityDevelop vendor management strategies and lead projects to continuously improve operational processes
WHAT YOU WILL NEEDSeveral years of leadership experience in an operational environment, ideally in data center operations or comparable critical infrastructureStrong technical understanding of areas such as power supply, cooling and air-conditioning systems, backup power, and fire protectionProven ability to lead, develop, and motivate technical teamsExperience in budget management, process optimization, compliance, and risk managementTechnical vocational training or a comparable degree, ideally with a background in electrical engineeringVery good English and good German language skills for day-to-day collaboration
WHAT WE OFFERAn open company culture with direct communication and flat hierarchiesAn individual onboarding plan, including a buddy system, and structured training programsPersonal development opportunities in a fast-growing environmentAttractive additional benefits, including flexible working hours, digital meal vouchers, bike leasing, and a company pension planAdditional perks such as complimentary drinks, fresh fruit, and regular team events
ABOUT USDigital Realty is a leading provider of carrier- and cloud-neutral data center services, offering a comprehensive portfolio of data center, colocation, and interconnection solutions. Through PlatformDIGITAL®, the company’s global platform, Digital Realty provides a secure meeting place for data and delivers a proven solution for driving innovation and efficiently managing growing data volumes through its Pervasive Datacenter Architecture (PDx™).
With more than 300 data centers across over 50 metropolitan areas in 28 countries on 6 continents, Digital Realty provides access to globally connected data communities. More than 3,500 employees worldwide work together every day to develop innovative solutions and create connections that matter.
Source: Digital Realty careers