# Data Center Operations Manager at Nexthop AI

- Company: Nexthop AI
- What the company does: Backed by a16z, Kleiner Perkins and Lightspeed.
- Company website: https://nexthop.ai/
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Senior
- Location: Santa Clara, California
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2025-06-09
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://nexthopai.bamboohr.com/careers/42
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/nexthop-ai-data-center-operations-manager/

## About the role

Plan and forecast growth in power, rackspace, cooling and colocation sites to accommodate new programs both. Qualifications: We're seeking individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative startup and possess exceptional problem-solving and communication skills and a strong aptitude for taking initiative and learning. Additionally we value individuals who practice and instill user empathy. The following skills are essential for this role,

## What they're looking for

- Own all aspects of onsite and offsite data center sites for multiple eng teams (Software, Test, POC, Hardware), from initial setup and configuration to ongoing maintenance and optimization of lab infrastructure
- Collaborate closely with engineering teams to understand their requirements and provide tailored solutions
- Design, implement, and maintain robust and scalable deployments, including network infrastructure, server systems, power & cable management, specialized equipment, and software tools
- Maintain environment to high standards for ideal operating conditions and customer or partner visits
- Regularly document asset information and topologies and manage maintenance windows
- Collaborate with IT to adhere to corporate policies and have security patches or upgrades rolled out in a timely fashion