Principal Sourcer, Data Center

🕒 June 30

🏄 California – Remote

🏄 California – Remote

💵 $157.6k - $197k / year

⏰ Full Time

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DigitalOcean

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1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 2011

☁️ SaaS

SaaS • Cloud Computing

DigitalOcean is a cloud infrastructure provider that offers a suite of products and services for developers to build, deploy, and scale applications. Their platform provides comprehensive tutorials, reference material, and support documentation to assist users in managing resources effectively using their API and CLI tools. With features like Droplets (virtual machines), managed databases, Kubernetes, and a marketplace for third-party applications, DigitalOcean focuses on simplicity and performance. They cater to both individual developers and larger organizations looking for cloud solutions that are easy to implement and manage.

📋 Description

• Develop and execute DigitalOcean's global datacenter site selection and acquisition strategy • Lead the entire lifecycle of datacenter acquisition from initial market research to negotiating contracts • Build and maintain relationships with top-tier global providers and drive vendor performance • Partner closely with Finance to build Total Cost of Ownership models • Collaborate with Legal and Datacenter Operations to ensure all facilities meet standards • Continuously monitor the global datacenter and energy markets for supply constraints and pricing trends

🎯 Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in technical sourcing, real estate acquisition, or infrastructure procurement • Proven track record of negotiating and closing complex, high-value datacenter contracts • Understanding of credit markets and counterparty deal structures • Deep understanding of datacenter mechanical, electrical, and plumbing infrastructure • Advanced financial modeling skills and ability to translate complex deal structures into clear TCO analysis • Exceptional communication skills for distilling complex market dynamics into actionable strategies • High tolerance for ambiguity and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive salary • Flexible time off policy • Employee Assistance Program • Reimbursement for relevant conferences, training, and education • Access to LinkedIn Learning courses • Equity compensation including equity grants upon hire and option to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program