Greenhouse ·
contractEngineering Manager, Data Center Operations
Cloudflare · Hybrid
Education
- Level: Bachelor's degree
Key Skills
About the Role We are looking for an experienced Data Center Operations manager to build and run the team that brings new data center sites online and keeps them running around the clock. You will build a distributed team of Data Center Engineers, own sites across their full lifecycle, and be accountable for production hardware availability, 24x7 on‑site response, and scaling the operating model. Responsibilities Team Leadership: Hire, develop and manage Data Center Engineers on‑site across the US, set expectations, career paths and a culture of ownership, and participate in a 24x7 on‑call rotation. Define coverage models, handover protocols and incident SLAs as the footprint grows. Serve as escalation point for on‑site incidents and lead root‑cause analysis. Coordinate engineers, colocation providers and vendors to restore service quickly. Site Delivery: Own build timelines from site readiness through hardware delivery, rack‑and‑stack, cabling, validation and handoff to production. Run greenfield builds as multi‑workstream programs, coordinating third‑party integrators, contractors and colocation providers. Be on‑site during key build phases to oversee vendor work and verify quality.
Skills for this role
| Role | Engineering Manager, Data Center Operations |
|---|---|
| Company | Cloudflare |
| Location | Hybrid |
| Type | contract |
| Compensation | Not disclosed |
| Posted | 2026-10-19 |
| Deadline | Rolling |
Typical process for this type of role
A general guide — the exact steps for this specific listing may vary; check the original posting for details.
- 1ApplicationSubmit your resume through the apply link.
- 2ScreeningRecruiter reviews your background against the role.
- 3AssessmentA technical test, assignment, or coding round, depending on the role.
- 4Interview(s)One or more rounds with the hiring team.
- 5OfferOffer letter with compensation and start date.
Before you apply
0/4Engineering Manager, Data Center Operations at Cloudflare: frequently asked questions
- Who can apply for the Engineering Manager, Data Center Operations role at Cloudflare?
- The listing asks for Bachelor's degree; freshers are welcome.
- What skills does the Engineering Manager, Data Center Operations role require?
- The listing highlights Data Center Operations, Hardware, Cabling, Layer 1, Layer 2, Incident Management, Team Leadership, Project Management, Vendor Coordination, Root Cause Analysis. Show each of these in a project or past role on your resume.
- What is the salary for this role?
- Cloudflare has not stated compensation in the listing. Check the original posting or ask during the application process.
- Is the Engineering Manager, Data Center Operations position remote, hybrid or onsite?
- The listing marks this role as hybrid, with Hybrid as the location.
- What is the application deadline?
- Cloudflare has not listed a fixed deadline, so apply early in case the opening is filled.
- How do I apply for the Engineering Manager, Data Center Operations role?
- Use the Apply button on this page. It opens the original listing on boards.greenhouse.io, where you submit your application with the company.
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