Leidos · 2 weeks ago
Data Center Design Lead
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$108K/yr - $195K/yr
5+ years expLeidos is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Data Center Design Lead to support the SMIT contract, the Navy's largest IT services program. In this role, you will lead the design and development of cutting-edge, scalable, and energy-efficient data center infrastructure while overseeing a multidisciplinary team to ensure successful project delivery.
ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end design of data center infrastructure including electrical, mechanical, and networking systems
Develop and enforce design standards, best practices, and technical specifications
Evaluate and integrate new technologies to enhance scalability, energy efficiency, and performance
Review and approve technical deliverables to ensure regulatory and quality compliance
Manage, supervise and mentor a team of up to 10 design professionals, providing clear technical direction and support
Manage multiple concurrent data center projects, ensuring milestones, budgets, and timelines are met
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project managers, construction staff, and vendors
Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to address design challenges
Oversee preparation of design documentation (e.g., schematics, blueprints, specifications)
Ensure timely submission of Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) documentation
Maintain compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree preferred in STEM or relevant field plus 5+ years of applicable experience, or a Master's degree with 3+ years of related experience, additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree
Requires 2+ years of experience leading teams or Enterprise IT Infrastructure projects
Minimum of 3+ years of experience in Data Center or Infrastructure design
U.S. Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance
Proven leadership experience managing design teams
Strong project management and organizational skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts
Experience working in high-paced, deadline-driven environments
Preferred
PMP, SCRUM, or other relevant certifications
Experience with cloud infrastructure or virtualized environments
Familiarity with construction and vendor management processes
Proficiency with tools such as Microsoft Access, Excel, SharePoint, DCDDB
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities
Prior NMCI experience (preferred)
Company
Leidos
Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2025-02-20Post Ipo Debt
2013-09-17IPO
Leadership Team
James Carlini
Chief Technology Officer
Theodore Tanner
Chief Technology Officer
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