Senior Technical Program Manager - Data Center Operations
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 Senior Technical Program Manager - Data Center Operations, you will be responsible for driving operational performance across data center IT and infrastructure teams through data-driven insights, structured tracking, and cross-team coordination.This role is centered on operational efficiency, performance measurement, and continuous improvement. You will define how success is measured, ensure transparency across operations, and help teams optimize execution at scale.
Travel: This position may require on-site presence at data centers.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Define, implement, and continuously improve KPIs, metrics, and dashboards for data center operations
- Establish tracking frameworks to monitor performance, incidents, and operational efficiency across teams
- Lead operational reviews (weekly/monthly) to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities
- Ensure visibility and accountability through structured reporting and data-driven insights
- Standardize processes across sites, improving operational consistency, scalability, and efficiency
- Collaborate with stakeholders to align operational performance with business goals and customer SLAs
We expect you to have:
- 5+ years of experience in technical project/program management, preferably in data center, cloud or infrastructure environments
- Experience with project management methodologies and tools
- Strong experience in building metrics, dashboards, and reporting systems for operations
- Strong technical skills (SQL and/or programming languages such as Python or Go)
- Strong analytical skills with a good foundation in math and statistics
- Proven ability to work across multiple teams and drive alignment and execution without direct authority
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- A structured, proactive, and results-driven mindset
It will be an added bonus if you have:
- Familiarity with ITIL / ITSM processes
- Experience working with GPU clusters, HPC, or cloud infrastructure
- Understanding of data center network traffic patterns (east-west and north-south)
Key Employee Benefits in the US:
- Health Insurance: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families.
- 401(k) Plan: Up to 4% company match with immediate vesting.
- Parental Leave: 20 weeks paid for primary caregivers, 12 weeks for secondary caregivers.
- Remote Work Reimbursement: Up to $85/month for mobile and internet.
- Disability & Life Insurance: Company-paid short-term, long-term, and life insurance coverage.
Compensation
We offer competitive salaries ranging from $115K to $275K OTE, which includes base salary and performance bonus. Equity in the form of RSUs may be available at certain salary grades.
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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.
