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Google · 6 hours ago

Data Center Design Architect

New York, NY, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

$214K/yr - $302K/yr

12+ years exp

Google is a leading technology company focused on innovation and efficiency in data center design. The Data Center Design Architect will lead the Civil, Structural, and Architectural design processes, ensuring compliance with standards and driving improvements in design quality and cost-efficiency.

AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud StorageSearch EngineSEO

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Review all Civil Structural and Architectural (CSA)-related Basis of Design (BOD) and conceptual designs for constructability, value engineering, and cost with internal teams and external partners

Develop and implement CSA standards for Google data centers, including creating and managing Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) master specifications

Collaborate with internal groups, Architecture, and Engineering firms to develop strategic plans for greenfield sites, including future expansion strategies

Manage design/drafting and coordination across teams to ensure all project documents are drafted according to standards and consistently managed throughout the project life-cycle

Qualification

Architectural EngineeringDigital design toolsMission-critical facilitiesRegistered Architect LicenseIndustry codes knowledgeTeamwork skillsCommunication skillsPresentation skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Architectural Engineering with a focus on Structural Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

12 years of experience in the design and construction of mission-critical facilities

5 years of experience utilizing digital design tools such as AutoCAD, REVIT/BIM, and Navisworks

5 years of experience with cross-functional disciplines (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical)

5 years of experience in collaborating with external construction management, architecture, and engineering firms

Preferred

Registered Architect (RA) or Structural Engineer (SE/PE) License

Experience in developing and deploying global design standards and specifications for a large, geographically dispersed portfolio

Experience in managing design/drafting processes and document control throughout the project life-cycle

Knowledge of relevant industry codes and standards, including the International Building Code (IBC), LEED, and NFPA 101

Excellent executive-level presentations, communication, and teamwork skills

Benefits

Bonus

Equity

Benefits

Company

Google

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Google specializes in internet-related services and products, including search, advertising, and software. It is a sub-organization of Alphabet.

Founded in 1998

Mountain View, California, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.google.com

H1B Sponsorship

Google has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)

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Trends of Total Sponsorships

2025 (8763)

2024 (8872)

2023 (9682)

2022 (11626)

2021 (9109)

2020 (9785)

Funding

Current Stage

Public Company

Total Funding

$26.1M

Key Investors

Andy Bechtolsheim

2004-08-19IPO

1999-06-07Series Unknown· $25M

1998-11-01Angel· $1M

Leadership Team

Sundar Pichai

CEO

Thomas Kurian

CEO - Google Cloud

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