Chief Operating Officer

An innovative, well-backed technology company is seeking a dynamic Chief Operating Officer (COO) to spearhead operational excellence and fuel large-scale growth across a network of next-generation AI-focused data centers. The company is redefining what it means to deliver hyper-efficient, AI-optimized infrastructure, leveraging proprietary cooling and system designs to drive breakthrough performance.

This is an unparalleled opportunity for a senior operations executive who thrives in a high-growth, disruptive environment. You’ll play a pivotal role alongside the CEO to transform groundbreaking ideas into operational success—scaling infrastructure at the speed of innovation.

This Role Offers:

  • Lead operational deployment of cutting-edge AI datacenter platforms featuring next-generation cooling and compute density technologies.
  • Join at a pivotal growth stage where your contributions will directly drive large-scale expansion and company success.
  • Generous executive compensation package, including base salary, performance-based bonuses, and equity participation.
  • Ability to operate from key strategic U.S. regions with travel to datacenter project sites as needed.
  • Work within a well-capitalized organization positioned for accelerated scaling across major U.S. markets.
  • Join a highly collaborative team that values innovation, speed, operational excellence, and bold thinking.

Focus:

  • Direct large-scale operational execution for multiple U.S.-based datacenter deployments, overseeing full lifecycle from site acquisition through commissioning and operational handoff.
  • Collaborate with engineering leadership to design and deploy ultra-high-performance datacenters with a focus on advanced cooling technologies, high compute density, and AI workload optimization.
  • Lead efforts around permitting, compliance, and zoning across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring all development aligns with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Build and manage supplier networks for critical infrastructure components (power, cooling, mechanical, electrical) balancing performance, cost, and delivery efficiency.
  • Establish operational KPIs and financial controls to drive excellence in both CAPEX and OPEX-intensive projects.
  • Work closely with technology and infrastructure teams to ensure systems (GPU clusters, network fabrics, thermal management) are optimized for AI-intensive operations.
  • Recruit, develop, and lead a high-caliber team including project management, facilities, compliance, and operations specialists.
  • Ensure seamless operational readiness aligned with customer contracts and delivery expectations, maintaining exceptional client engagement standards.
  • Serve as a key operational representative with investors, partners, regulators, and major clients.

Skill Set:

  • 10–20+ years leading operations for major datacenter platforms (experience with rapidly scaling environments highly preferred).
  • Hands-on experience with next-generation datacenter architectures, liquid cooling systems, and high-performance computing environments.
  • Proven success scaling operational frameworks in startup or high-growth phases, not just managing existing assets.
  • Deep familiarity with U.S. datacenter site selection, energy procurement, interconnection processes, and multi-phase construction.
  • Strong background managing EPC vendors, phased build-outs, and large-scale construction programs.
  • Awareness of cutting-edge hardware (e.g., NVIDIA server roadmaps, system-level AI optimizations).
  • Knowledge of EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety) standards and sustainability frameworks.

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