Data Center Manager Jobs in California

Data Center Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in cloud infrastructure, semiconductor manufacturing, enterprise IT, and colocation services, with openings ranging from first-time facility supervisors through senior directors overseeing multi-site operations. The largest hiring markets are San Jose, Los Angeles, and Sacramento, where companies like Google, Meta, and Equinix maintain major data center footprints and hire continuously. The most in-demand specialties are power and cooling systems management, network infrastructure oversight, and critical facilities operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles31+
Top employerNVIDIA
Top citySanta Clara, CA
Cities hiring12
Work type87% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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DataBank
Data Center Manager
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Data Center Manager
DataBank
Irvine, California
Project & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
$100k - $120k/yr
On-Site
None
501-1,000

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NVIDIA
Data Center Portfolio Manager
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Data Center Portfolio Manager
NVIDIA
Santa Clara, California
Project & Program Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Consulting & Professional Services
Project Management
$216k - $345k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Amazon.com
Data Center Logistics Manager
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Amazon.com
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Data Center Logistics Manager
Amazon.com
Hayward, California
Procurement & Supply Chain
Project & Program Management
Human Resources
Logistics & Fleet Management
Project Management
$125k - $185k/yr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Supermicro
Staff Data Center Product Manager
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Supermicro
Added 5mo ago
Staff Data Center Product Manager
Supermicro
San Jose, California
Product Management
Business Development
$180k - $210k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Zenlayer
Data Center Site Selection Manager
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Zenlayer
Added 4d ago
Data Center Site Selection Manager
Zenlayer
Diamond Bar, California
Partnerships & Business Development
Project & Program Management
On-Site
None

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Data Center Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Santa Clara
9 jobs
San Francisco
5 jobs
McClellan Park
3 jobs
Menlo Park
3 jobs
San Jose
3 jobs
Redwood City
2 jobs
Diamond Bar
1 jobs
Hayward
1 jobs
Irvine
1 jobs

Data Center Manager Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • NVIDIA
    NVIDIA7
  • Meta
    Meta5
  • Prime Data Centers
    Prime Data Centers3
  • Amazon
    Amazon1
  • ByteDance
    ByteDance1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software13
  • Consulting & Professional Services4
  • Electronics & Hardware4
  • Law & Legal Services4
  • Energy2

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in data center manager jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or electrical engineering
  • Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP) or equivalent credential recognized in California
  • Five or more years of hands-on data center operations or facilities management experience
  • Demonstrated expertise managing power distribution, HVAC, and critical infrastructure systems
  • Experience with DCIM software platforms and capacity planning tools
  • Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and California Title 24 energy compliance requirements

Data Center Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a data center manager in California?

Most data center managers in California start with a bachelor's degree in information technology, electrical engineering, or a related field and build several years of hands-on experience in data center operations or facilities roles. California does not issue a state license for this position, but employers consistently prioritize industry credentials such as the Certified Data Centre Professional or the Data Center Management Advanced certification. Gaining experience at California colocation providers or large enterprise IT departments is the most direct hiring path.

How much do data center managers make in California?

Data center managers in California earn a median of about $123,780 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $71,260 for the lowest 10% to over $208,420 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire data center managers in California?

Employers hiring data center managers in California right now include NVIDIA, Meta, and Prime Data Centers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's dense concentration of hyperscale cloud operators, colocation providers, and large enterprise technology headquarters means hiring activity stays consistent throughout the year across the state.

Which California cities have the most data center manager jobs?

Santa Clara, San Francisco, and McClellan Park have the most data center manager openings in California. The San Jose and broader Bay Area concentration reflects the region's hyperscale cloud campuses and enterprise technology headquarters, while Los Angeles and Sacramento draw demand from media and entertainment infrastructure, state government systems, and regional colocation facilities serving Southern and Central California.

Are there remote data center manager jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. Data center management is fundamentally a hands-on, on-site role requiring physical oversight of power, cooling, and hardware systems, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 13% of data center manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those arrangements typically apply to strategic or multi-site oversight roles rather than day-to-day facility operations.

How can I get hired as a data center manager in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into a data center technician or critical facilities coordinator role at a California colocation provider or enterprise IT department, then building toward management. Companies like Equinix and Digital Realty, both with large California footprints, regularly hire entry-level operations technicians and offer internal advancement tracks. Earning the Certified Data Centre Professional credential early and gaining experience with DCIM platforms and OSHA safety protocols gives candidates a clear edge when applying for supervisory openings.

Where can I find and apply to data center manager jobs in California?

You can find and apply to data center manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.

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