Lead Principal Data Hall Designer

Oracle•Seattle, WA

4d•$146,300 - $306,400

About The Position

The Lead Principal Data Hall Designer leads the strategy, planning, design, and optimization of data center white space, including rack layouts, hot/cold aisle containment, power distribution, cable pathways, and build phases. The role develops and maintains white space documentation and design standards, including Basis of Design (BoD) documents, and shapes scalable structured cabling solutions for compute, storage, and network systems. It reviews site layouts and fit-out designs, including failover configurations, for alignment with business standards. This position leads complex, high-impact design initiatives from inception through execution, coordinating with colocation providers, developers, contractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary internal teams. It provides direction for project deliverables, commissioning, contract administration, change orders, cost forecasts, and engineering documentation. The role also supports site validation, live operations, incident investigations, and the integration of mission-critical systems. The designer influences global infrastructure standards and governance, leads design and commissioning reviews, and evaluates new designs, materials, and construction methods. It guides engineering modeling and testing, digitized data center models, network-related efforts, and coordination with software engineering teams to support data automation. The role is also expected to mentor colleagues, promote knowledge sharing, and contribute thought leadership and continuous improvement across the organization. The stated U.S. hiring range is $146,300 to $306,400 per annum. The role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral. Oracle offers a comprehensive benefits package, with eligibility and details varying by employee circumstances and location.

Responsibilities

Strategize the planning, design, and optimization of data center white space, including rack layouts, aisle containment, power distribution, cable pathways, and build phases.
Maintain white space documentation, including room layouts, rack elevations, bills of materials, and structured cabling designs.
Shape and refine design standards and Basis of Design documents, guiding internal and partner teams toward consistent, scalable solutions.
Design and strategize low-voltage structured cabling systems for compute, storage, and network systems.
Review new site layouts and proposed fit-out designs, including failover configurations, for compliance and alignment with business standards.
Lead engagements with colocation providers, developers, and internal facilities, construction, and operations teams.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering functions, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire, and controls, to integrate designs and address risks.
Direct project coordination meetings and align cross-functional teams on scope, timelines, and design updates.
Serve as a subject matter expert in partnerships with technology partners, including network, compute, and carrier teams.
Lead high-impact white space design initiatives and complex engineering projects from inception through execution.
Direct internal and external project team members, including contractors and vendors, through design, fit-out, and commissioning.
Ensure project deliverables meet company standards and schedules; manage contract administration, change orders, cost forecasts, and engineering documentation.
Mentor junior engineers and new team members.
Influence on-site design validation, commissioning, and engineering analysis; oversee the integration of mission-critical systems with ongoing operations.
Provide engineering support during live events and incident investigations, and manage documentation for operations and field engineering teams.
Influence the development and evolution of global data center infrastructure standards, policies, and procedures.
Lead documentation for standards adherence, commissioning protocols, and system testing, and lead design summits and policy reviews.
Research and evaluate designs, materials, and construction methods; guide development and testing of engineering solutions.
Drive the creation and validation of digitized data center models for design integrity and capacity planning.
Improve reliability and performance of components, systems, and installation methods through feedback and maintenance improvements.
Develop engineering seminars, training programs, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
Collaborate with networking teams on network-related efforts, such as building fabrics.
Oversee partnership with software engineering to structure data for digital systems and automation, and coordinate design data with internal systems and databases.
Manage project timelines, deliverables, and budgets when applicable; plan for changes in resources or timelines as business priorities shift.
Align cross-functional leaders and external stakeholders on strategic objectives, foster partnerships, and incorporate diverse perspectives.
Lead advanced problem-solving and escalations, identify root causes, and implement solutions to prevent recurring issues.
Monitor emerging trends, technologies, and standards; contribute thought leadership and promote continuous learning and professional development.
Develop and implement process improvements, evaluate their effectiveness, and create metrics to measure success.
Provide subject-matter expertise on talent needs and strategy, and contribute to candidate interviews, assessment, and hiring decisions.