Lead operations for Anthropic's data center infrastructure, ensuring efficient management and deployment of critical systems.
Posted by employer 1 day ago
First seen on Joblaze 4 hours ago
Last verified on the company career page 4 hours ago
What you'll build
- Define the Facility Operations strategy
- Oversee third-party deployment and maintenance
- Create standards for monitoring data center systems
- Develop innovative approaches to improve operations
- Manage partner relationships
Must have
- 10+ years of experience in data center facility operations
- Proven track record overseeing mission critical systems
- Subject matter expert in facility operations process development
- Experienced in third-party partner relationship management
- Bachelor's degree in relevant domain
Nice to have
- 15+ years of experience managing operations for large scale data centers
- Understanding of AI/ML workloads
- Experience supporting technology cooling solutions
- Experience managing third-party datacenters
- Familiarity with data center facilities commissioning processes
Practical constraints
- Currently, we expect all staff to be in one of our offices at least 25% of the time
Requirements
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- Sponsorship available
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Data Center Facility Operations Lead at Anthropic is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of critical mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and control systems within the company's data centers. This role requires expertise in facility operations, including process development and third-party management, with a focus on optimizing performance and minimizing risks. Ideal candidates will have over a decade of experience in data center operations, particularly in high-performance computing environments. Anthropic emphasizes collaboration and innovative approaches to enhance operational efficiency.
Joblaze insights
- Listed today — first seen on Joblaze November 5, 2026. Last confirmed on Anthropic's careers page November 5, 2026.
Quick facts
- Is the Data Center Facility Operations Lead role remote?
- It's hybrid — Anthropic expects some on-site time in Sydney, Australia.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 10 years of relevant experience for this Data Center Facility Operations Lead role.
- Where is the role based?
- Anthropic is hiring for this position in Sydney, Australia.
- Does Anthropic sponsor work visas for this role?
- Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Anthropic targets lead candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Data Center Facility Operations Lead role at Anthropic.
From the original posting
About Anthropic
About Anthropic
Anthropic's mission is to create reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems. We want AI to be safe and beneficial for our users and for society as a whole. Our team is a quickly growing group of committed researchers, engineers, policy experts, and business leaders working together to build beneficial AI systems.
About the role
As the Facility Operations Lead within the Data Center Infrastructure organization, you will define and manage end-to-end operations across Anthropic’s growing fleet of data center infrastructure. You will be accountable for the global operations management of critical mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and control systems. As a subject matter expert in data center infrastructure and operations, you will develop scalable processes for execution, help manage data center partners & vendors, lead deployment schedules, and maintain close coordination with related disciplines such as design, engineering, and capacity planning. If you are experienced in operations, are passionate about HPC data centers, & enjoy working in complex, fast-paced environments, we welcome you to apply.
Responsibilities:
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Define the Facility Operations strategy including SLAs, incident management, reporting methods, and approaches for reporting.
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Oversee third-party deployment, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance of facility infrastructure such as switch gear, technology cooling systems, and computer room air handlers.
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Define expectations and standards to enable third-party success in each of the critical operations domains.
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Create standards for monitoring data center systems operation, minimizing risk, and effectively responding to/managing excursions and incidents.
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Develop innovative approaches to improve time to market and equipment availability while minimizing cost and complexity.
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Enable scale-out of operations through industry best practices optimization of bill of materials, logistics, and physical processes.
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Manage partner relationships and maintain alignment with Anthropic goals.
You may be a good fit if you:
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Have 10+ years of experience in data center facility operations as a manager, engineer, technical lead or related role.
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Can demonstrate a proven track record overseeing a portfolio of mission critical systems.
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Are a subject matter expert in facility operations process development including deployment, commissioning, & maintenance.
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Are experienced in third-party partner relationship management.
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Bachelor's degree in relevant domain or equivalent practical experience.
It's a bonus if you have:
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15+ years of experience managing operations for large scale data centers.
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An understanding of AI/ML workloads, including power, cooling, and network connectivity
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Experience supporting technology cooling solutions such as rear door heat exchangers and/or cooling distribution units,
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Experience managing third-party datacenters such as colo operators and/or contract staffing vendors.
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Familiarity with data center facilities commissioning processes including developing commissioning plans, creating criteria, and conducting hand-over reviews
Logistics
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