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Full-Time

R&D – Senior

Data Center Systems Architect

Posted on 8/16/2024

Crusoe

Crusoe

201-500 employees

Utilizes wasted energy for computing power

Energy
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$125k - $225kAnnually

+ Restricted Stock Units

Expert

Denver, CO, USA

Hybrid work schedule.

Category
Building Services Engineering
Architecture & Civil Engineering
Required Skills
Communications
AutoCAD
Requirements
  • A minimum of a Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of experience in the field of Data Center Systems Design and architecture.
  • 7 years of experience in mission-critical facility design, construction, and implementation of Data Centers
  • 7 years of experience with mission-critical power distribution, mechanical systems (HVAC) and data systems
  • A proven ability to lead and direct the work of other team members.
  • A proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
  • Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and influence peers
  • Experience with typical BIM tools such as RevIT or AutoCAD
  • Must be able to pass a background check
Responsibilities
  • Lead the Data Center physical architecture definition, define key metrics and objectives, and align all relevant internal stakeholders to ensure technical feasibility and alignment to business requirements.
  • Own the overall systems architecture, specification, design, and selection of all physical infrastructure, inclusive of heating/cooling systems, power supplies and electrical distribution, redundant power switching and generation, control and monitoring systems, fire suppression systems, UPS systems, racks, and cable management.
  • Lead value engineering activities across the entirety of the physical design, resulting in lower deployment costs, higher reliability, and more efficient operations.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define project design criteria and develop a Basis of Design.
  • Technical leader managing consultants to implement the project from Design through Construction with comprehensive supportive documentation for project handover.
  • Travel to Data Center sites for project review and site walk throughs as required.
  • Develop, Review, and update Data Center documentation, "as-built" documentation, with updates to reflect re-configurations and updates as needed.
  • Maintain full working knowledge of current best practices for cabinet level hardware, industry standard cable management, documentation, and labeling standards.
  • Understands the different trades required to complete low and high voltage work and distribution within a data center.
  • Establish, manage, and maintain relationships with internal and third parties/vendors.
  • Ability to assess current IT environments and provide cost appropriate technical solutions and recommendations to address business challenges and optimize deployments.

Crusoe Energy Systems Inc. provides digital infrastructure that aligns with climate goals by using wasted, stranded, or clean energy sources to power high-performance computing and artificial intelligence. The company focuses on clients in the technology and energy sectors, offering scalable solutions that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support the transition to cleaner energy. Crusoe's operations involve converting excess natural gas and renewable energy into computing power, which maximizes resource efficiency and minimizes environmental impact. The company generates revenue by supplying its computing solutions to enterprises that need significant computational resources, such as those working in AI and machine learning, and also offers technical support to its customers.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$891.8M

Headquarters

Denver, Colorado

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

40%

1 year growth

50%

2 year growth

95%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Crusoe's innovative use of flare gas for computing could significantly reduce carbon emissions, appealing to environmentally-conscious employees and investors.
  • The company's partnerships with industry leaders like Gradient and atNorth highlight its potential for rapid technological advancements and market influence.
  • Successful funding rounds, including a $4.5 million seed financing, indicate strong financial backing and growth potential.

What critics are saying

  • The niche focus on flare gas-powered computing may limit market scalability and diversification opportunities.
  • Dependence on volatile sectors like Bitcoin mining could expose Crusoe to market fluctuations and regulatory challenges.

What makes Crusoe unique

  • Crusoe leverages flare gas to power advanced computing, a unique approach that combines environmental sustainability with high-performance computing.
  • Their collaboration with Gradient to extend LLM context windows to 1 million tokens showcases their cutting-edge AI capabilities.
  • Crusoe's vertically-integrated AI infrastructure and focus on eco-friendly Bitcoin mining set them apart from traditional data center operators.

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Benefits

Industry competitive pay

Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents

Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability

Parental leave

Stock options in a fast-growing, well-funded technology company

Pet-friendly offices

Teladoc

401(k) with a 4% match

Unlimited time off

Cell phone reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Company paid commuter benefit; $100 per month

Calm

INACTIVE