Data Center IT Infrastructure Lead

About Nebius: Nebius is leading a new era in cloud infrastructure for the global AI economy. We are building a full-stack AI cloud platform that supports developers and enterprises from data and model training through to production deployment, without the cost and complexity of building large in-house AI/ML infrastructure. Built by engineers, for engineers. From large-scale GPU orchestration to inference optimization, we own the hard problems across compute, storage, networking and applied AI. Listed on Nasdaq (NBIS) and headquartered in Amsterdam, we have a global footprint with R&D hubs across Europe, the UK, North America and Israel. Our team of 1,500+ includes hundreds of engineers with deep expertise across hardware, software and AI R&D. The Role As a Data Center IT Infrastructure Manager, you will be responsible for the overall performance, reliability, and continuous improvement of data center IT operations within a dedicated region. You will provide strategic and operational leadership to multiple Data Center IT technicians, ensuring consistent service delivery, high availability of infrastructure, and alignment with business objectives. This role requires a strong leader with hands-on experience in data center environments, capable of balancing day-to-day operational excellence with regional planning, standardization, and optimization of IT processes. You will act as the key escalation point for regional IT operations, driving best practices, operational maturity, and cross-site collaboration. Key Responsibilities • Lead, mentor, and manage Data Center IT technicians across the region. • Establish clear goals, KPIs, and performance expectations aligned with global IT operations strategy. • Ensure consistent implementation of operational standards, procedures, and best practices across all regional data centers. • Act as the senior escalation point for critical incidents and operational risks within the region. • Oversee regional IT infrastructure operations, including servers, networking equipment, storage systems, and supporting hardware. • Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance of mission-critical systems, including GPU clusters and high-density environments. • Monitor operational health and capacity across sites, proactively addressing risks and bottlenecks. • Review major incidents and root cause analyses, driving corrective and preventive actions. • Govern regional change activities related to hardware installation, upgrades, decommissioning, and migrations. • Promote automation, standardization, and documentation across data center IT operations. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, global IT teams, and external vendors or colocation partners. • Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and operational SLAs • Provide regular reporting on regional performance, risks, capacity, and improvement initiatives to senior management. • Ensure adherence to security, safety, and compliance requirements within data center environments. We Expect You to Have • Experience managing multi-site or regional data center operations. • 8+ years of experience in data center IT operations, including hands-on infrastructure support. • 5+ years of proven people management experience, leading managers or large technical teams. • Familiarity with high-performance computing (HPC) or GPU-based environments. • Strong background in server hardware, enterprise networking equipment, and data center technologies. • Solid understanding of data center operations, lifecycle management, and support models. • Practical experience in project planning, execution, and cross-site coordination. • Knowledge of ITIL / ITSM practices and operational support processes. • Experience with IT asset management processes and RMA. • Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills. • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to assess risks and drive data-driven improvements. It Will Be an Added Bonus If You Have • ITIL, PMI, or similar professional certifications. • Driving License (Category B). Benefits & Perks: • Competitive compensation • Career growth and learning opportunities • Flexibility and ownership • Collaborative and innovative culture • Opportunity to work on impactful AI projects • International environment and talented teams What's it like to work at Nebius: Fast moving - Bold thinking - Constant growth - Meaningful impact - Trust and real ownership - Opportunity to shape the future of AI Equal Opportunity Statement: Nebius is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Applicants must be authorized to work in the country in which they apply and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility as a condition of hire. If you need accommodations during the application process, please let us know.