Principal Data Center Design Manager (Nashville, TN)

Oracle•Nashville, TN

8d•$102,300 - $209,500•Onsite

About The Position

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is seeking a Principal Data Center Design Manager to manage the design delivery and technical oversight of data center infrastructure across its global portfolio. This senior individual-contributor role covers the full lifecycle of design activities, from early planning and consultant engagement through design reviews and coordination. The role works with internal stakeholders, external consultants, and colocation providers to deliver design packages that meet Oracle’s technical requirements and standards for quality, efficiency, and scalability. It contributes to OCI’s infrastructure growth through technical expertise, design consistency, and proactive resolution of design risks. The position is onsite in Nashville, Tennessee.

Requirements

NCARB-accredited degree in architecture, engineering, or a related technical field; a PE or RA license is preferred.
At least 7 years of experience managing data center or mission-critical facility design.
Expertise in building MEP systems, data center infrastructure, and high-density cooling, including air and liquid cooling.
Experience working with lease providers and/or colocation developers.
Strong understanding of design phases, permitting processes, and construction workflows.
Proficiency in reading technical drawings and specifications, including MEP, architectural, and structural drawings.
Excellent communication, coordination, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Knowledge of relevant building codes, industry standards such as ASHRAE, NFPA, and Uptime, and sustainability best practices.

Nice To Haves

Experience with international data center design projects.
Familiarity with cloud infrastructure and hyperscale requirements.
Experience with Revit/BIM coordination workflows and document control tools such as ACC and Newforma.
LEED AP, Uptime ATD, or similar certifications.

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end design process for new and retrofit data center projects.
Coordinate with construction, operations, network, capacity planning, and other internal teams to align project requirements.
Oversee and review consultant design packages (BOD, SD, DD, IFC) for alignment with Oracle design standards and programmatic goals.
Drive technical due diligence and early design assessments for lease and greenfield opportunities.
Serve as the primary design point of contact for colocation partners, providing direction, design QA/QC, and performance feedback.
Ensure designs support operational efficiency, maintainability, and scalability.
Identify and resolve design risks, conflicts, and inefficiencies.
Support the development and maintenance of internal design standards and best practices.
Lead design review meetings and workshops with cross-functional teams.
Track and manage design deliverables and schedules across multiple concurrent projects.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance and AD&D.
Supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts.
Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits.
401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match.
Paid time off, including flexible vacation for eligible salaried, non-overtime-eligible employees or accrued vacation for other eligible employees.
11 paid holidays.
Paid sick leave: 72 hours upon hire, refreshed annually, with unused hours carrying over up to a 112-hour cap.
Paid parental leave.
Adoption assistance.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Financial planning and group legal benefits.
Voluntary auto, homeowner, and pet insurance benefits.
May be eligible for bonus and equity.