Data Center Infrastructure Jobs in California
Data Center Infrastructure jobs in California are concentrated in Silicon Valley, Los Angeles, and Sacramento, where hyperscale operators, cloud providers, and enterprise technology firms maintain large footprints and hire at every level from field technician to lead engineer. Employers with a consistent California presence include Equinix, Google, and Digital Realty, all of which operate significant data center campuses across the state. The most in-demand specialties are power and cooling systems, network infrastructure, and structured cabling. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Top employerOpenAI
Top citySan Francisco, CA
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Work type45% On-site
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Senior Counsel, Data Center & Infrastructure
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Groq
Senior Counsel, Data Center & Infrastructure
San Francisco Bay Area, California
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Production Manager Data Center Infrastructure
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Sanmina
Production Manager Data Center Infrastructure
Fremont, California
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Senior Electrical Engineer (10+ years) – Data Center, Mission Critical Infrastructure, and Energy
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Coffman Engineers
Senior Electrical Engineer (10+ years) – Data Center, Mission Critical Infrastructure, and Energy
San Diego, California
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Associate Sales Representative – Data Center & Infrastructure
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VFC
Associate Sales Representative – Data Center & Infrastructure
Torrance, California
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Project Manager - Data Center Infrastructure
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Delta Electronics (Americas) Ltd.
Project Manager - Data Center Infrastructure
Fremont, California
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Senior Counsel, Data Center & Infrastructure
Groq·San Francisco Bay Area, California
Job functions:
$285k - $386k/yr
201-500 employees
Job Description
San Francisco Bay Area • New York City Area • Dallas-Fort Worth Area
Legal
In office
Full-time
About Groq
Inference is the engine that powers AI, and Groq was built from the silicon up to deliver the world's fastest inference at scale. We pioneered the LPU—the first processor designed specifically for AI inference—and are transforming that innovation into a global cloud platform powering production AI workloads.
With the capital, infrastructure, and team to execute, we're uniquely positioned to define the next era of AI infrastructure. The opportunity is massive, and it's still wide open. Now let's go build it!
Mission:
Own critical legal work supporting the development, leasing, and operation of Groq’s data centers and infrastructure. You will partner across Legal, Data Center Sourcing, Operations, Procurement, and other teams to move complex infrastructure projects from diligence through lease negotiation and bring-up, strengthen repeatable processes, and help the business make informed decisions with speed and discipline.
Location: This role will be based in one of our three hiring hubs: the Dallas, San Francisco, or New York City area. The person hired for this role must be based in one of these three areas. You’ll have the flexibility to work remotely while we establish our local Groq office, with the expectation that this role will transition to onsite once the office opens.
Responsibilities & opportunities in this role:
- Lead negotiation of data center leasing, colocation services, GPU procurement, and related infrastructure agreements from negotiation through execution.
- Partner with cross-functional stakeholders on site diligence, including site control, energy and utility matters, land use and zoning considerations, and other issues affecting data center development and operations.
- Support direct procurement and supply chain transactions, including GPU and compute infrastructure purchasing, and related critical services agreements.
- Advise data center ops and management teams on day-to-day issues affecting data center operations and
- Own and improve templates, playbooks, and contracting processes.
- Partner with outside counsel on specialized matters, setting clear expectations and driving accountability for timely, high-quality deliverables.
- Step into active transactions and negotiations quickly, identify key risks and decision points, and help teams move matters toward resolution.
- Develop a strong understanding of Groq’s infrastructure strategy and translate legal considerations into clear, actionable guidance for business partners.
Ideal candidates have/are:
- A J.D. and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar.
- 5-10 years of experience advising on data center and infrastructure agreements.
- Strong commercial judgment and the ability to distinguish material risk from issues that should not slow execution.
- Comfortable owning complex matters independently, with judgment of when to escalate matters.
- Able to build and execute in fast-moving environments
- Clear and concise in written and verbal communication, with the ability to make complex legal issues understandable and actionable.
- Interested in building durable legal and operational infrastructure that can scale with the business.
Responsibilities & opportunities in this role:
- Lead negotiation of data center leasing, colocation services, GPU procurement, and related infrastructure agreements from negotiation through execution.
- Partner with cross-functional stakeholders on site diligence, including site control, energy and utility matters, land use and zoning considerations, and other issues affecting data center development and operations.
- Support direct procurement and supply chain transactions, including GPU and compute infrastructure purchasing, and related critical services agreements.
- Advise data center ops and management teams on day-to-day issues affecting data center operations and
- Own and improve templates, playbooks, and contracting processes.
- Partner with outside counsel on specialized matters, setting clear expectations and driving accountability for timely, high-quality deliverables.
- Step into active transactions and negotiations quickly, identify key risks and decision points, and help teams move matters toward resolution.
- Develop a strong understanding of Groq’s infrastructure strategy and translate legal considerations into clear, actionable guidance for business partners.
Ideal candidates have/are:
- A J.D. and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar.
- 5-10 years of experience advising on data center and infrastructure agreements.
- Strong commercial judgment and the ability to distinguish material risk from issues that should not slow execution.
- Comfortable owning complex matters independently, with judgment of when to escalate matters.
- Able to build and execute in fast-moving environments
- Clear and concise in written and verbal communication, with the ability to make complex legal issues understandable and actionable.
- Interested in building durable legal and operational infrastructure that can scale with the business.
Responsibilities & opportunities in this role:
- Lead legal support for data center leasing, colocation services, and related infrastructure agreements from negotiation through execution.
- Partner with cross-functional stakeholders on site diligence, including site control, energy and utility matters, land use and zoning considerations, and other issues affecting data center development.
- Support direct procurement and supply chain transactions, including agreements involving computing infrastructure, original equipment manufacturers, and other critical suppliers.
- Serve as a practical legal partner to teams operating and scaling Groq’s data center infrastructure, providing day-to-day commercial and operational counsel outside of employment matters.
- Own and improve templates, playbooks, and contracting processes to increase consistency, accelerate negotiations, and enable the business to execute efficiently.
- Coordinate with outside counsel on specialized matters, setting clear expectations and driving accountability for timely, high-quality deliverables.
- Partner across Legal, Operations, Procurement, and other stakeholders to clarify ownership, improve handoffs, and build a more integrated end-to-end process for site diligence and contracting.
- Step into active transactions and negotiations quickly, identify key risks and decision points, and help teams move matters toward resolution.
- Develop a strong understanding of Groq’s infrastructure strategy and translate legal considerations into clear, actionable guidance for business partners.
- Help shape scalable legal processes as Groq’s infrastructure footprint and operational complexity grow.
Ideal candidates have/are:
- A J.D. and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar.
- Meaningful experience advising on sophisticated commercial transactions involving data centers, infrastructure, real estate, energy, technology, or similarly complex operational environments.
- Experience negotiating data center leases, colocation agreements, real estate or site-control arrangements, procurement agreements, or other infrastructure-related commercial contracts.
- Able to understand interconnected legal and business issues across site diligence, contracting, procurement, and operations and drive them toward practical outcomes.
- Strong commercial judgment and the ability to distinguish material risk from issues that should not slow execution.
- Comfortable owning complex matters independently while collaborating closely with business partners, subject-matter experts, and outside counsel.
- Skilled at managing outside counsel and holding external partners accountable for scope, quality, timing, and deliverables.
- Able to build structure in fast-moving environments, including improving templates, processes, and cross-functional ways of working.
- Clear and concise in written and verbal communication, with the ability to make complex legal issues understandable and actionable.
- Collaborative, accountable, and comfortable operating with urgency while maintaining sound judgment.
- Interested in helping build durable legal and operational infrastructure that can scale with the business.
Compensation
Groq is committed to providing competitive compensation through our Total Cash philosophy, which incorporates potential bonus value directly into base pay. The total cash salary range for this position, which is inclusive of the potential bonus value, is $285,200-$385,800, with individual placement determined by your geographic location, experience, skills, and alignment with internal compensation standards. This range is specific to candidates located in the United States. Compensation for international candidates will vary based on local market dynamics. Beyond cash compensation, Groq also offers a Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program and a robust suite of employee benefits.
US Job Posting
This position may require access to technology and/or information subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To comply with these requirements, candidates for this role must meet certain citizenship or residency criteria. Specifically, they must qualify as U.S. Persons for export control purposes (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), or a protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3) such as a refugee or asylee), or otherwise be eligible for an applicable export license.
Non-US Job Postings
This position may require access to technology and/or information subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, as well as applicable local laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To comply with these requirements, candidates for this role must meet all relevant export control eligibility criteria.
Groq is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Groq complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristic.
Groq is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application or to participate in the hiring process, please contact us at talent@groq.com. This contact is for accommodation requests only, which will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
All offers of employment are contingent upon verification of the applicant’s identity and employment authorization in accordance with federal law.
Groq encourages people with criminal record histories to apply for employment, and values diverse experiences, including prior contact with the criminal legal system. To that end, Groq welcomes such applicants in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles City Fair Chance Act Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Act Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Act Ordinance. Philadelphia applicants can review information pertaining to Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance here: https://www.phila.gov/documents/fair-chance-hiring-law-poster.
As part of our hiring process, Groq may use artificial intelligence (“AI”) tools or automated systems to assist with activities such as reviewing applications, evaluating qualifications, scheduling interviews, analyzing assessment responses, or supporting recruiting operations. These tools are designed to assist—not replace—human decision-making, and hiring decisions are subject to human review. We may process information you provide during the application process, including resumes, application materials, interview responses, assessments, and, where applicable, audio, video, or transcript data. If legally required, we will request consent before using technologies that analyze biometric or video interview data. Candidates may request reasonable accommodations, an alternative evaluation process, additional information regarding the use of AI in the hiring process, or review of certain automated decisions by contacting ta-operations@groq.com.
Groq
Senior Counsel, Data Center & Infrastructure
San Francisco Bay Area, California
Added 1w ago201-500 employees
Job functions:
$285k - $386k/yr
Job Description
San Francisco Bay Area • New York City Area • Dallas-Fort Worth Area
Legal
In office
Full-time
About Groq
Inference is the engine that powers AI, and Groq was built from the silicon up to deliver the world's fastest inference at scale. We pioneered the LPU—the first processor designed specifically for AI inference—and are transforming that innovation into a global cloud platform powering production AI workloads.
With the capital, infrastructure, and team to execute, we're uniquely positioned to define the next era of AI infrastructure. The opportunity is massive, and it's still wide open. Now let's go build it!
Mission:
Own critical legal work supporting the development, leasing, and operation of Groq’s data centers and infrastructure. You will partner across Legal, Data Center Sourcing, Operations, Procurement, and other teams to move complex infrastructure projects from diligence through lease negotiation and bring-up, strengthen repeatable processes, and help the business make informed decisions with speed and discipline.
Location: This role will be based in one of our three hiring hubs: the Dallas, San Francisco, or New York City area. The person hired for this role must be based in one of these three areas. You’ll have the flexibility to work remotely while we establish our local Groq office, with the expectation that this role will transition to onsite once the office opens.
Responsibilities & opportunities in this role:
- Lead negotiation of data center leasing, colocation services, GPU procurement, and related infrastructure agreements from negotiation through execution.
- Partner with cross-functional stakeholders on site diligence, including site control, energy and utility matters, land use and zoning considerations, and other issues affecting data center development and operations.
- Support direct procurement and supply chain transactions, including GPU and compute infrastructure purchasing, and related critical services agreements.
- Advise data center ops and management teams on day-to-day issues affecting data center operations and
- Own and improve templates, playbooks, and contracting processes.
- Partner with outside counsel on specialized matters, setting clear expectations and driving accountability for timely, high-quality deliverables.
- Step into active transactions and negotiations quickly, identify key risks and decision points, and help teams move matters toward resolution.
- Develop a strong understanding of Groq’s infrastructure strategy and translate legal considerations into clear, actionable guidance for business partners.
Ideal candidates have/are:
- A J.D. and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar.
- 5-10 years of experience advising on data center and infrastructure agreements.
- Strong commercial judgment and the ability to distinguish material risk from issues that should not slow execution.
- Comfortable owning complex matters independently, with judgment of when to escalate matters.
- Able to build and execute in fast-moving environments
- Clear and concise in written and verbal communication, with the ability to make complex legal issues understandable and actionable.
- Interested in building durable legal and operational infrastructure that can scale with the business.
Responsibilities & opportunities in this role:
- Lead negotiation of data center leasing, colocation services, GPU procurement, and related infrastructure agreements from negotiation through execution.
- Partner with cross-functional stakeholders on site diligence, including site control, energy and utility matters, land use and zoning considerations, and other issues affecting data center development and operations.
- Support direct procurement and supply chain transactions, including GPU and compute infrastructure purchasing, and related critical services agreements.
- Advise data center ops and management teams on day-to-day issues affecting data center operations and
- Own and improve templates, playbooks, and contracting processes.
- Partner with outside counsel on specialized matters, setting clear expectations and driving accountability for timely, high-quality deliverables.
- Step into active transactions and negotiations quickly, identify key risks and decision points, and help teams move matters toward resolution.
- Develop a strong understanding of Groq’s infrastructure strategy and translate legal considerations into clear, actionable guidance for business partners.
Ideal candidates have/are:
- A J.D. and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar.
- 5-10 years of experience advising on data center and infrastructure agreements.
- Strong commercial judgment and the ability to distinguish material risk from issues that should not slow execution.
- Comfortable owning complex matters independently, with judgment of when to escalate matters.
- Able to build and execute in fast-moving environments
- Clear and concise in written and verbal communication, with the ability to make complex legal issues understandable and actionable.
- Interested in building durable legal and operational infrastructure that can scale with the business.
Responsibilities & opportunities in this role:
- Lead legal support for data center leasing, colocation services, and related infrastructure agreements from negotiation through execution.
- Partner with cross-functional stakeholders on site diligence, including site control, energy and utility matters, land use and zoning considerations, and other issues affecting data center development.
- Support direct procurement and supply chain transactions, including agreements involving computing infrastructure, original equipment manufacturers, and other critical suppliers.
- Serve as a practical legal partner to teams operating and scaling Groq’s data center infrastructure, providing day-to-day commercial and operational counsel outside of employment matters.
- Own and improve templates, playbooks, and contracting processes to increase consistency, accelerate negotiations, and enable the business to execute efficiently.
- Coordinate with outside counsel on specialized matters, setting clear expectations and driving accountability for timely, high-quality deliverables.
- Partner across Legal, Operations, Procurement, and other stakeholders to clarify ownership, improve handoffs, and build a more integrated end-to-end process for site diligence and contracting.
- Step into active transactions and negotiations quickly, identify key risks and decision points, and help teams move matters toward resolution.
- Develop a strong understanding of Groq’s infrastructure strategy and translate legal considerations into clear, actionable guidance for business partners.
- Help shape scalable legal processes as Groq’s infrastructure footprint and operational complexity grow.
Ideal candidates have/are:
- A J.D. and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar.
- Meaningful experience advising on sophisticated commercial transactions involving data centers, infrastructure, real estate, energy, technology, or similarly complex operational environments.
- Experience negotiating data center leases, colocation agreements, real estate or site-control arrangements, procurement agreements, or other infrastructure-related commercial contracts.
- Able to understand interconnected legal and business issues across site diligence, contracting, procurement, and operations and drive them toward practical outcomes.
- Strong commercial judgment and the ability to distinguish material risk from issues that should not slow execution.
- Comfortable owning complex matters independently while collaborating closely with business partners, subject-matter experts, and outside counsel.
- Skilled at managing outside counsel and holding external partners accountable for scope, quality, timing, and deliverables.
- Able to build structure in fast-moving environments, including improving templates, processes, and cross-functional ways of working.
- Clear and concise in written and verbal communication, with the ability to make complex legal issues understandable and actionable.
- Collaborative, accountable, and comfortable operating with urgency while maintaining sound judgment.
- Interested in helping build durable legal and operational infrastructure that can scale with the business.
Compensation
Groq is committed to providing competitive compensation through our Total Cash philosophy, which incorporates potential bonus value directly into base pay. The total cash salary range for this position, which is inclusive of the potential bonus value, is $285,200-$385,800, with individual placement determined by your geographic location, experience, skills, and alignment with internal compensation standards. This range is specific to candidates located in the United States. Compensation for international candidates will vary based on local market dynamics. Beyond cash compensation, Groq also offers a Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program and a robust suite of employee benefits.
US Job Posting
This position may require access to technology and/or information subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To comply with these requirements, candidates for this role must meet certain citizenship or residency criteria. Specifically, they must qualify as U.S. Persons for export control purposes (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), or a protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3) such as a refugee or asylee), or otherwise be eligible for an applicable export license.
Non-US Job Postings
This position may require access to technology and/or information subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, as well as applicable local laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To comply with these requirements, candidates for this role must meet all relevant export control eligibility criteria.
Groq is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Groq complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristic.
Groq is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application or to participate in the hiring process, please contact us at talent@groq.com. This contact is for accommodation requests only, which will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
All offers of employment are contingent upon verification of the applicant’s identity and employment authorization in accordance with federal law.
Groq encourages people with criminal record histories to apply for employment, and values diverse experiences, including prior contact with the criminal legal system. To that end, Groq welcomes such applicants in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles City Fair Chance Act Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Act Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Act Ordinance. Philadelphia applicants can review information pertaining to Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance here: https://www.phila.gov/documents/fair-chance-hiring-law-poster.
As part of our hiring process, Groq may use artificial intelligence (“AI”) tools or automated systems to assist with activities such as reviewing applications, evaluating qualifications, scheduling interviews, analyzing assessment responses, or supporting recruiting operations. These tools are designed to assist—not replace—human decision-making, and hiring decisions are subject to human review. We may process information you provide during the application process, including resumes, application materials, interview responses, assessments, and, where applicable, audio, video, or transcript data. If legally required, we will request consent before using technologies that analyze biometric or video interview data. Candidates may request reasonable accommodations, an alternative evaluation process, additional information regarding the use of AI in the hiring process, or review of certain automated decisions by contacting ta-operations@groq.com.
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Find JobsData Center Infrastructure Jobs by City in California
Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
San Francisco
8 jobsFremont
6 jobsMenlo Park
4 jobsSan Jose
2 jobsSunnyvale
2 jobsAnaheim
1 jobTorrance
1 jobSan Diego
1 jobSacramento
1 jobSan Francisco Bay Area
1 jobData Center Infrastructure Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
- Science & Research
- Technology & Software
- Consulting & Professional Services
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in data center infrastructure jobs across California.
- CompTIA Data+, CDCP, or equivalent data center infrastructure certification required
- Experience with power distribution, UPS systems, and critical facility operations
- Hands-on knowledge of HVAC, cooling infrastructure, and environmental monitoring systems
- Proficiency in structured cabling, fiber optic installation, and cable management standards
- Familiarity with DCIM tools, change management processes, and ticketing systems
- Ability to obtain clearance for secure facilities and pass background screening
Data Center Infrastructure Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a data center infrastructure in California?
Most California employers look for a combination of formal education and vendor-recognized credentials. An associate or bachelor's degree in information technology, electrical engineering, or a related field provides the foundation, while certifications such as the Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP) or CompTIA Server+ strengthen a candidacy. California has no state-issued license specific to this role, but electricians performing high-voltage work inside facilities must hold a California Electrical Contractor or Journeyman license issued by the Contractors State License Board.
Which companies hire data center infrastructures in California?
Companies currently hiring data center infrastructures in California include OpenAI, Meta, and Delta Electronics (Americas), per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's density of hyperscale campuses, cloud regions, and colocation facilities means openings appear consistently year-round rather than in isolated hiring surges.
Which California cities have the most data center infrastructure jobs?
San Francisco, Fremont, and Menlo Park account for the largest share of data center infrastructure openings in California. Silicon Valley and the broader Bay Area drive volume through the headquarters and campus operations of major cloud and technology firms, while Los Angeles anchors Southern California demand through media, enterprise, and colocation providers, and Sacramento benefits from its proximity to power infrastructure and state government data operations.
Are there remote data center infrastructure jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Data center infrastructure work is predominantly hands-on and tied to physical facilities, so most roles require on-site presence. About 55% of data center infrastructure openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be in project management, DCIM monitoring, or documentation-heavy roles rather than operational or maintenance positions.
How can I get hired as a data center infrastructure in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a structured apprenticeship or facilities associate role at a colocation or hyperscale operator. Large California employers such as Equinix and Digital Realty hire entry-level data center technicians and critical facilities associates who train on the job alongside experienced engineers. Community college programs in networking or electrical technology offered through the California Community Colleges system build foundational knowledge, and earning a CompTIA A+ or Server+ certification before applying gives candidates a clear edge over other applicants without direct experience.
Where can I find and apply to data center infrastructure jobs in California?
You can find and apply to data center infrastructure jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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